Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, during September is characterized by an average temperature of 17°C (63°F). Highs can soar to 35°C (96°F), while lows may dip to 6°C (43°F). Typically, the humidity level in Pietermaritzburg throughout September hovers around 85%.
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In September, Pietermaritzburg averages 60 mm (2.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 55 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 20 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 48% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In September, the UV Index in Pietermaritzburg reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | |||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||||