Pietermaritzburg
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Today weather in Pietermaritzburg
Tuesday, 21st July 2026
23°
Smoky haze
Feels like 17° · Low 6°
Pietermaritzburg will experience a pleasantly warm today, reaching temperatures of up to 22 °C and cooling to about 6 °C in the evening. Gentle breezes are expected across Pietermaritzburg Today, with speeds reaching around 11 km/h. There's a slight chance of rain at 6%.
23° / 6°
Temp
6%
Rain
11 km/h
Wind
69%
Humidity
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Pietermaritzburg hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | 9.6° | 8.6° | 7.9° | 7.3° | 7.1° | 6.8° | 6.5° | Sunrise | 6.2° | 9.4° | 15.4° | 18.4° | 20.4° | 21.8° | 22.4° | 22.5° | 22.1° | 20.9° | 16.1° | Sunset | 10.9° | 9.9° | 9.4° | 9.1° | 9° | 8.9° | |
| feels like | 4.8° | 3.7° | 7.3° | 6.7° | 2.2° | 1.9° | 5.7° | 5.4° | 4.6° | 10.8° | 14.2° | 15.7° | 16.5° | 16.9° | 16.7° | 16° | 14.6° | 10.2° | 6° | 5.5° | 5° | 4.3° | 4.1° | 4° | |||
| wind speed | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 3 km/h | 1 km/h | 4 km/h | 7 km/h | 8 km/h | 9 km/h | 11 km/h | 12 km/h | 10 km/h | 5 km/h | 2 km/h | 2 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 343° | 322° | 308° | 300° | 291° | 290° | 296° | 294° | 301° | 311° | 31° | 77° | 93° | 97° | 97° | 98° | 99° | 100° | 94° | 64° | 350° | 346° | 336° | 338° | |||
| wind direction | NNW | NW | NW | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | NW | NNE | ENE | E | E | E | E | E | E | E | ENE | N | NNW | NNW | NNW | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 18% | 17% | 17% | 16% | 14% | 12% | 11% | 9% | 5% | 2% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 0% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 3% | 10% | 14% | 17% | 25% | 26% | 20% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 92% | 92% | 93% | 93% | 89% | 86% | 83% | 79% | 66% | 50% | 42% | 36% | 32% | 29% | 29% | 31% | 38% | 58% | 81% | 90% | 93% | 95% | 94% | 93% | |||
| dew point | 8.3° | 7.3° | 6.9° | 6.2° | 5.5° | 4.7° | 3.9° | 2.9° | 3.4° | 5.1° | 5.4° | 5° | 4.3° | 3.7° | 3.7° | 4.3° | 6.1° | 7.8° | 7.8° | 8.3° | 8.3° | 8.3° | 8.2° | 7.9° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 3.9 km | 3.6 km | 3.6 km | 4.8 km | 6 km | 7.3 km | 8 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 5.2 km | 3.5 km | 3.1 km | 2 km | 2.5 km | |||
| cloud cover | 38% | 30% | 23% | 18% | 7% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 2% | 4% | 3% | 3% | 4% | 7% | 26% | 45% | 51% | 47% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.5 | 1.4 | 2.7 | 3.7 | 4.1 | 3.8 | 2.7 | 1.4 | 0.4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Pietermaritzburg today
The weather in Pietermaritzburg today is expected to be noticeably warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 23 °C, compared to an average of 18.5 °C for 21st of July in recent years.
temperatures
23 °C
rain
0 mm
wind
11 km/h
UV
Moderate
Pietermaritzburg daylight overview ☀️
Today in Pietermaritzburg, The sun rises at 06:49 and sets at 17:20, giving a total daylight duration of 10 hours and 31 minutes.
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The weather today in Pietermaritzburg - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Pietermaritzburg?
The maximum temperature for today in Pietermaritzburg is expected to be 23° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Pietermaritzburg? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 6% chance of rain in Pietermaritzburg today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Pietermaritzburg? 🌀
The wind in Pietermaritzburg is expected to blow at 11 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Pietermaritzburg today?
Given the forecast of 23 °C with a 6% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Pietermaritzburg today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Pietermaritzburg today?
The sun is expected to rise at 06:49 and set at 17:20 in Pietermaritzburg.
How accurate is the weather forecast Pietermaritzburg today? ✅
Pietermaritzburg weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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