The best times to visit Siphofaneni for ideal weather are

April 16th to October 28th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Siphofaneni Travel Info

Weather in Siphofaneni

Temperature

Average temperatures in Siphofaneni vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of precipitation throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 49th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Siphofaneni, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid January where highs are regularly around 96.1°F (35.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 70.3°F (21.3°C) at night.

Siphofaneni Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Siphofaneni Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Siphofaneni Perceived Temperature (F)

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Siphofaneni Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Siphofaneni Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 93.6 79.4 69.7
Feb 93.9 79 67.7
Mar 91.1 76.2 65.9
Apr 84.8 68.8 56.9
May 83.3 64.5 49.4
Jun 79.8 59.1 43.4
Jul 78.6 58.2 41.5
Aug 81.3 61.4 44.7
Sep 83 64.9 51.6
Oct 84.5 69.7 59.1
Nov 88.1 73 63.7
Dec 91.2 77 67.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 34.2 26.3 20.9
Feb 34.4 26.1 19.8
Mar 32.8 24.6 18.8
Apr 29.3 20.4 13.8
May 28.5 18.1 9.7
Jun 26.6 15.1 6.3
Jul 25.9 14.6 5.3
Aug 27.4 16.3 7.1
Sep 28.3 18.3 10.9
Oct 29.2 20.9 15.1
Nov 31.2 22.8 17.6
Dec 32.9 25 19.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Siphofaneni are August, July, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid June. For example, on the week of June 11th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid January with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of January 15th.

When can you find snow in Siphofaneni? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Siphofaneni.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Siphofaneni (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 17% 0 2.2
Feb 9% 0 1.8
Mar 11% 0 1.4
Apr 10% 0 2
May 5% 0 0.5
Jun 3% 0 0.5
Jul 1% 0 0.3
Aug 1% 0 0.1
Sep 5% 0 1
Oct 8% 0 1
Nov 15% 0 2.1
Dec 18% 0 3.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 17 0 5.6
Feb 9 0 4.6
Mar 11 0 3.6
Apr 10 0 5.1
May 5 0 1.3
Jun 3 0 1.3
Jul 1 0 0.8
Aug 1 0 0.3
Sep 5 0 2.5
Oct 8 0 2.5
Nov 15 0 5.3
Dec 18 0 7.9

 

Humidity and Wind

Siphofaneni has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is August (47.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is April (64.7%).

Wind in Siphofaneni is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is October, followed by September and November. October’s average wind speed of around 4.7 knots (5.4 MPH or 8.7 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late September where average top sustained speeds reach 11.3 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Siphofaneni.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.4 Barely noticeable 8.7 Gentle breeze
Feb 3 Barely noticeable 8.2 Gentle breeze
Mar 2.7 Barely noticeable 7.5 Gentle breeze
Apr 2.4 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
May 2.1 Barely noticeable 5.8 Gentle breeze
Jun 2.4 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
Jul 2.7 Barely noticeable 7.4 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.3 Barely noticeable 9 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.4 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.7 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.4 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
Dec 3.6 Barely noticeable 9.1 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 63.8%
Feb 60.1%
Mar 64%
Apr 64.7%
May 60.7%
Jun 55.4%
Jul 51.1%
Aug 47.4%
Sep 50.6%
Oct 57.5%
Nov 59.7%
Dec 63.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Siphofaneni?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Eswatini; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Sep 18, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Siphofaneni, Swaziland is August, followed by June and March. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Siphofaneni in February. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 56.7 in February means 56.7% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Siphofaneni Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 93.8°F (34.3°C) and 82.8°F (28.2°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Siphofaneni, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 89.5°F (31.9°C) and 81.3°F (27.4°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 4 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Siphofaneni to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 96.1°F (35.6°C) and 89.9°F (32.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 2 to 6 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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