Weather Analysis for Pietermaritzburg, South Africa: September 12-14, 2024Welcome to your daily weather update for Pietermaritzburg, South Africa! As we move into the next few days, let's delve into what the weather has in store for us from September 12 to 14, 2024. According to the latest weather data, expect a mix of conditions, predominantly mild temperatures with occasional rainfall.
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Temperature & Conditions: The day will begin at a cool 19°C (66°F), gradually warming up to a comfortable high of 24°C (75°F). Expect
patchy rain during the morning, which will give way to a mix of
partly cloudy to
sunny intervals in the afternoon.
Precipitation & Humidity: There is a significant
chance of rain, reaching up to 100% early in the day, so be prepared for slight showers. Humidity will be high, starting at around 95% but will decrease to 73% as the temperature rises by midday.
Wind: Winds will be light to moderate, generally blowing from the northeast at speeds around
13-21 km/h (8-13 mph).
Sunrise/Sunset: The sun will rise at
5:58 AM and set at
5:47 PM, providing nearly
12 hours of daylight.
Friday, September 13, 2024
Temperature & Conditions: Warmer temperatures mark Friday, with a low of
20°C (68°F) and a high of
24°C (75°F). Expect another day with
patchy rain in the early hours, transitioning to
sunny skies by noon.
Precipitation & Humidity: While the chance of rain starts high, dropping to around
63% in the morning, it becomes nearly negligible by midday. Humidity will begin high at 89% but will normalize to 76% as the day progresses.
Wind: Winds will again feature moderate speeds, predominantly from the northeast, recording
10-18 km/h (6-11 mph).
Sunrise/Sunset: Observing the sunrise at
5:56 AM and sunset at
5:48 PM means another day packed with natural light.
Saturday, September 14, 2024
Temperature & Conditions: Cooling slightly, Saturday will see temperatures range from
19°C (66°F) in the morning to
22°C (72°F) by afternoon. Cloud cover will dominate the sky, with the chance of
thunderstorms arising, especially in the evening.
Precipitation & Humidity: The likelihood of rain increases again, with a potential of
up to 68%. Expect substantial humidity around
76%.
Wind: Wind speeds are expected to increase slightly, with gusts reaching up to
30 km/h (19 mph) from the southwest.
Sunrise/Sunset: The sun will rise at
5:55 AM, setting at
5:48 PM.
Overall Summary
In summary, Pietermaritzburg can expect mild temperatures and a blend of sunny intervals with rain. It’s advisable to keep an umbrella handy, especially in the mornings. For more detailed insights into the upcoming weather, including hourly forecasts, you can check out our
hour by hour weather and
next 5 days weather pages.
Thank you for tuning in for this week’s weather forecast for Pietermaritzburg. Stay informed and enjoy your days ahead, no matter the weather!