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Outdoor activities Potential

94/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

September, May, April

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Avoid

January

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Weather

9°C – 22°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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General Travel

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The best time to visit Maseru for hiking is September, May, April, 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 Maseru

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
60Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°116
February
66Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°89
March
73Good
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°81
April
87Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
16°53
May
92Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
12°23
June
65Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13
July
65Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
6
August
65Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
11°12
September
94Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
15°21
October
82Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°53
November
74Good
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°82
December
69Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°87

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

Quick summary: visiting Maseru

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

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The best time to visit Maseru for outdoor activities is typically in September, May, April, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Maseru?

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

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