Mild
Average highs are around 25°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
September verdict
Richards Bay, South Africa in September
Weather score65Good
Good for holiday weather
Average highs are around 25°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 7.4h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 77mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
September weather
Monthly averages
Temp
25°C
Rain
77mm
Sun
7.4h
Sea
21°C
Weather score
65
Good
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 77mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Some sun
Sunshine averages 7.4h per day, enough for a balanced month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 21°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Richards Bay, South Africa with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
September25°C average high
September is on the cooler side of Richards Bay'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.
Rain
September77mm average rain
September sits on the drier side of Richards Bay's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsMay to September
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
September7.4 hours average sun
September is close to Richards Bay's usual sunshine level, with limited seasonal swing across the year.
Brightest monthsAll year
Sunshine stays consistently strong through the year.
Sea temperature
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 26°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
September65 weather score
September scores below Richards Bay's yearly average, so the weather trade-offs are more noticeable.
Best weather monthsJanuary to May and November to December
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
