Winter Activities Potential
Poor
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
January, February, March
January, February, November, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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❄️ Planning a winter trip to Eswatini?
The best time to visit Eswatini for winter activities is January, February, March, when conditions are ideal for experiences like northern lights, dog sledding, and snow excursions. If you're planning your trip during this period, it’s a good idea to explore available tours and places to stay in advance.
Climate Heatmap
See at a glance which months offer the best winter activities conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
Winter months in Eswatini offer the highest chances of seeing the northern lights and enjoying snow-based activities.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Eswatini
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 1Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 130 |
February | 1Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 127 |
March | 1Poor Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 85 |
April | 1Poor Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 50 |
May | 1Poor Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 20 |
June | 1Poor Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 16° | 10 |
July | 1Poor Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 16° | 9 |
August | 1Poor Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 19 |
September | 1Poor Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 20° | 41 |
October | 1Poor Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 84 |
November | 1Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 109 |
December | 1Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 115 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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