September verdict

Durban, South Africa in September

Weather score59Good

Good for holiday weather

Average highs are around 23°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 6.4h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 76mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

Durban, South Africa, South Africa travel weather guide
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September weather

Monthly averages

Temp

23°C

Rain

76mm

Sun

6.4h

Sea

21°C

Weather score

59

Good

Seasonal climate calendar

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Trip feel

Mild

Average highs are around 23°C, so days are mild rather than hot.

Drier

Rainfall averages 76mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

Some sun

Sunshine averages 6.4h per day, enough for a balanced month.

Cool sea

Sea temperatures average 21°C, so the water can feel cool.

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Temperature

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September23°C average high

September is on the cooler side of Durban's year, useful if you prefer less intense daytime heat.

Warmest monthsJanuary to March and December

This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.

September76mm average rain

September sits near Durban's yearly rainfall average, so rain is a normal planning factor rather than an outlier.

Driest monthsApril to August

This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.

September6.4 hours average sun

September is close to Durban's usual sunshine level, with limited seasonal swing across the year.

Brightest monthsJanuary to August and December

This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.

Sea temperature

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September21°C average sea

September is one of the coolest sea months, so the water may feel fresher than in peak months.

Warmest seaJanuary to April

Sea temperatures are usually near 25°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.

Weather score

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September59 weather score

September is one of the weakest weather-score months, when the overall mix is less favourable than the rest of the year.

Best weather monthsJanuary to May and December

These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.

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