The best times to visit Umdloti for ideal weather are

April 2nd to October 7th

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

 

 


Other Umdloti Travel Info

Weather in Umdloti

Temperature

Average temperatures in Umdloti vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 68th 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 Umdloti, the hottest months are January, February, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid January where highs are regularly around 84.6°F (29.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 69.8°F (21°C) at night.

Umdloti Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Umdloti 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.

Umdloti Perceived Temperature (F)

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Umdloti Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Umdloti 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 83.1 75 68.8
Feb 83.4 74.8 67.8
Mar 83.2 73.6 66.6
Apr 78.8 68.2 59.6
May 78.6 65.9 55.9
Jun 76.2 61.5 49.9
Jul 73.6 60.8 50.1
Aug 76.3 63.4 52.7
Sep 76.9 65.9 57.4
Oct 76.6 67.4 60.7
Nov 78.3 69.6 63.3
Dec 81.1 72.8 67

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 28.4 23.9 20.4
Feb 28.6 23.8 19.9
Mar 28.4 23.1 19.2
Apr 26 20.1 15.3
May 25.9 18.8 13.3
Jun 24.6 16.4 9.9
Jul 23.1 16 10.1
Aug 24.6 17.4 11.5
Sep 24.9 18.8 14.1
Oct 24.8 19.7 15.9
Nov 25.7 20.9 17.4
Dec 27.3 22.7 19.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Umdloti are June, August, and then July. 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 April. For example, on the week of April 9th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of December 10th.

When can you find snow in Umdloti? 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 Umdloti.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Umdloti (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 21% 0 3.4
Feb 14% 0 1.9
Mar 22% 0 5.4
Apr 17% 0 1.9
May 8% 0 1.3
Jun 4% 0 0.7
Jul 7% 0 2
Aug 6% 0 0.8
Sep 17% 0 3
Oct 26% 0 4.2
Nov 26% 0 2.5
Dec 25% 0 3.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 21 0 8.6
Feb 14 0 4.8
Mar 22 0 13.7
Apr 17 0 4.8
May 8 0 3.3
Jun 4 0 1.8
Jul 7 0 5.1
Aug 6 0 2
Sep 17 0 7.6
Oct 26 0 10.7
Nov 26 0 6.4
Dec 25 0 8.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Umdloti has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is June (57% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (74.4%).

Wind in Umdloti is usually moderate. The windiest month is November, followed by October and December. November’s average wind speed of around 8.5 knots (9.8 MPH or 15.8 KPH) is considered “a gentle 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 17.4 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 8.1 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Feb 7.4 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Mar 7.2 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Apr 6.5 Light breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
May 5.5 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Jun 5.4 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Jul 6 Light breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Aug 7 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Sep 7.9 Gentle breeze 16.7 Significant breeze
Oct 8.4 Gentle breeze 17 Strong breeze
Nov 8.5 Gentle breeze 16.6 Significant breeze
Dec 8.2 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 74.4%
Feb 73.2%
Mar 74.2%
Apr 69.1%
May 68%
Jun 57%
Jul 62.1%
Aug 61%
Sep 69%
Oct 72.4%
Nov 72.2%
Dec 74.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Umdloti?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for South Africa; 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 Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Umdloti, South Africa 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 Umdloti 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 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 Umdloti Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 84.6°F (29.2°C) and 77.2°F (25.1°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 2 to 7 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 1 to 2 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Umdloti, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 79.1°F (26.2°C) and 75°F (23.9°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 8 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 Umdloti to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 84°F (28.9°C) and 77.9°F (25.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 8 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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