Mthatha in September
8.0out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Some rain: about 8 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
9°CAvg low
8Rainy days (56 mm)
11:49 hDaylight
06:05Sunrise · 17:54 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Some rain: about 8 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in September is fairly consistent from year to year (2.8 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C | 15°C | 146 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.3 |
| February | 26°C | 16°C | 131 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.7 |
| March | 25°C | 15°C | 120 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.8 |
| April | 23°C | 12°C | 75 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| May | 22°C | 9°C | 27 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| June | 20°C | 6°C | 24 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.3 |
| July | 20°C | 6°C | 22 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.4 |
| August | 21°C | 7°C | 32 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.3 |
| September | 23°C | 9°C | 56 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| October | 22°C | 11°C | 96 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.1 |
| November | 23°C | 12°C | 130 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.7 |
| December | 24°C | 14°C | 140 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Mthatha in September?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 9°C.
When is the best time to visit Mthatha?
The best months are May, July, June, August.