Temperatures in February
It's warm in February in Pietermaritzburg with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 20°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Pietermaritzburg in February. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of February
The month of February starts in Pietermaritzburg with hot temperatures, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights close to 19°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-February
By mid-February, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 29°C, with nights close to 19°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of February
By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in Pietermaritzburg will be around 29°C, with nights close to 18°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in February
In February, there is an average of 179 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average precipitation chance is 39% per day this month. The weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in February for Pietermaritzburg. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Pietermaritzburg in February |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
29°C | 10°C | |
 High Temp |
31°C | 12°C | |
| Low Temp |
26°C | 7°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
179 mm | 55 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
11 days | 9 days | |
January
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is February a good time to visit Pietermaritzburg?
After some sun? Then February isn’t the best time to be in Pietermaritzburg. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Pietermaritzburg in February
With 38°C, Pietermaritzburg hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in February 2017. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 12°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in February in Pietermaritzburg
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in February in Pietermaritzburg, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in February in Pietermaritzburg
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in February for Pietermaritzburg, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for February, you can expect around 11 days of rain in Pietermaritzburg.
Daily UV Index in February in Pietermaritzburg
This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in Pietermaritzburg, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in February in Pietermaritzburg Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in February in Pietermaritzburg, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in February in Pietermaritzburg Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in February in Pietermaritzburg, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in February for Pietermaritzburg
Click on a specific day in February for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Pietermaritzburg. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Pietermaritzburg by Month
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