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Outdoor activities Potential

89/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

June, July, August

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Avoid

January, February, March, October, November, December

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Weather

17°C – 25°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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The best time to visit Durban for hiking is June, July, August, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Durban

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
38Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24°147
February
38Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°132
March
49Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24°112
April
71Good
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°77
May
82Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
20°48
June
89Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°34
July
89Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°40
August
85Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°41
September
73Good
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°77
October
61Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
21°108
November
57Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
22°119
December
47Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
23°122

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Durban

When is the best time to visit Durban for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Durban for outdoor activities is typically in June, July, August, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Durban?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Durban, making it a year-round destination for outdoor activities.

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