Durban in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Durban (June, July, August) averages daytime highs of 22.1°C and lows of 13.6°C, with around 79.4mm of rain across the season (16 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (June, July, August).
In the southern hemisphere, winter in Durban covers June, July, August.
Winter in Durban month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 22.4°C | 13.8°C | 23.0mm | 4 | 10/10 |
| July | 21.9°C | 12.9°C | 24.5mm | 4 | 10/10 |
| August | 22.0°C | 14.1°C | 31.9mm | 8 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Durban in winter
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Durban?
Winter in Durban rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 22.1°C with 79.4mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Durban in winter?
Daytime highs average 22.1°C (71.8°F) across June, July, August, with nights around 13.6°C.
What months are winter in Durban?
Durban is in the southern hemisphere, so winter covers June, July, August.
See also: best time to visit Durban · Durban annual climate · Durban in spring · Durban in summer · Durban in autumn
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Winter in Durban — what to pack
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Pack layers — temperatures can vary significantly between day and night.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.