November weather forecast
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

November carries the weather patterns of October forward in Pietermaritzburg. An increase in both high and low temperatures signifies the approaching summer. Rainfall escalates, further enhancing the landscape. The UV index reaches a maximum, necessitating sun protection measures. November thus displays a blend of rainfall and rising temperatures, marking the transition to summer.

Temperature

On the advent of November, Pietermaritzburg's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F) from October's 25°C (77°F). In Pietermaritzburg, the average temperature during the nights of November drops to a refreshing 15°C (59°F).

Rainfall

In Pietermaritzburg, during November, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pietermaritzburg, there are 123 rainfall days, and 832mm (32.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day in Pietermaritzburg is 13h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:03 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 04:50 and sunset at 18:44 SAST.

Sunshine

January through May, September through December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In November, the maximum UV index of 12 transforms into these recommendations:
Enforce all necessary safety measures, unprotected skin may suffer burns swiftly. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.