Cold Wave, Strong winds, Heavy rains
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Tomorrow in Mbabane looks
light rain, with a high of 46°
and an overnight low of 42°.
There is a 93% chance of rain - plan accordingly.
Winds top out near 14 mph,
and the UV index reaches 1 (low).
Located in Eswatini, Mbabane experiences a oceanic climate with mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. Afternoon temperatures peak near 77°F (25°C) in December and dip to about 66°F (19°C) in June, with around 45.9 inches (1165 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Mbabane weather: quick facts
Hottest month: December - highs near 77°F (25°C)
Coldest month: June - highs near 66°F (19°C)
Record high: 95°F (35°C) · Record low: 34°F (1°C) (2015–2024)
Wettest month: February (19 rainy days) · Sunniest: January (10.3 h sun/day)
Climate type:oceanic - mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on December. Highs average 77°F (25°C) and overnight lows stay near 60°F (16°C). The coolest month is June, with typical highs of 66°F (19°C) and lows around 47°F (8°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 95°F (35°C) and dropped as low as 34°F (1°C).
Rain, sun and snow
February is usually the wettest month. It brings about 8.3 inches (210 mm) of rain over 19 days, while June is the driest. January brings the most sunshine, averaging 10.3 hours of sun a day.
Season by season
Spring (September through November)
Spring in Mbabane is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 74°F (24°C) and nights around 55°F (13°C); expect showers on roughly 40 days across the season.
Summer (December through February)
Summer in Mbabane is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 76°F (24°C) and nights around 60°F (16°C); expect showers on roughly 59 days across the season.
Fall (March through May)
Fall in Mbabane brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 72°F (22°C) and nights around 55°F (13°C); expect showers on roughly 36 days across the season.
Winter (June through August)
Winter in Mbabane is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 68°F (20°C) and nights around 47°F (9°C); rain falls on about 14 days over the three months.
Average temperatures in Mbabane by month
Monthly averages for Mbabane based on 2015–2024 weather data.
December is the hottest month in Mbabane, with average highs of 77°F (25°C) and overnight lows near 60°F (16°C). In the past decade the temperature has peaked at 95°F (35°C).
What is the coldest month in Mbabane?
June is the coldest month, with highs averaging 66°F (19°C) and lows around 47°F (8°C). The lowest reading in recent years was 34°F (1°C).
What is the rainiest month in Mbabane?
February is typically the wettest month, averaging 8.3 inches (210 mm) of precipitation across about 19 days. June is usually the driest.
Does it snow in Mbabane?
Snow is essentially absent in Mbabane - the 2015–2024 record shows no regular measurable snowfall.
What is the best time to visit Mbabane?
The best time to visit Mbabane is generally May to August, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 68°F (20°C).
How sunny is Mbabane?
Mbabane averages 9.5 hours of sunshine per day across the year. January is the sunniest month at about 10.3 hours of sun a day.
Is Mbabane humid?
Relative humidity in Mbabane averages about 73% over the year, which feels fairly humid. The most comfortable months tend to fall in the drier part of the year.