February Weather in Pietermaritzburg

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, during February is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (71°F). Highs can soar to 34°C (93°F), while lows may dip to 13°C (56°F). Typically, the humidity level in Pietermaritzburg throughout February hovers around 86%.

13°C (56°F)

Minimum temperature

21°C (71°F)

Average temperature

34°C (93°F)

Maximum temperature

86%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In February, Pietermaritzburg averages 154 mm (6.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 18 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 5 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 21 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 21% probability of sunny days during this period.

154 mm (6.1 inches)

Precipitation

18 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 21 minutes

Sunshine hours

21%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In February, the UV Index in Pietermaritzburg reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 2 4 7 10 13 14 13 10 7 4 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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