Our verdict
The best time to visit Mbabane is August-September
In the height of summer, temperatures in Mbabane can reach a maximum of 29℃ (84℉). The weather at night in the winter, which is around July-time, can get down to a minimum of 6℃ (43℉).
The days are longest in Mbabane in October, so if you want to see the sights during the day when the sun is up for the longest time, it’s best to visit around that time of year. You don’t want to get wet on your holiday, do you? Well if you’re trying to avoid the rain, then steer clear of Mbabane in December. Head over there in June instead if you want to increase your chances of not being rained on.
Continue reading to find out more about when to visit Mbabane, including the climate, seasonal info, what to pack, FAQs, and the best tools to help you plan and book your next vacation.
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Mbabane seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Mbabane as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Mbabane is in the Southern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | December to February |
| Autumn/fall | March to May |
| Winter | June to August |
| Spring | September to November |
Average temperatures in Mbabane
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Mbabane for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Mbabane climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Mbabane for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Mbabane in January
- Average temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average low temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 6 days
- Average rainfall: 120mm (5") over 22 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mbabane in January, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Mbabane in February
- Average temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 7 days
- Average rainfall: 102mm (4") over 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mbabane in February, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Mbabane in March
- Average temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 81mm (3") over 20 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mbabane in March, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Mbabane in April
- Average temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 61mm (2") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mbabane in April, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Mbabane in May
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average humidity: 68%
- Average sunny days: 21 days
- Average rainfall: 12mm (0") over 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mbabane in May, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Mbabane in June
- Average temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (69℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average humidity: 60%
- Average sunny days: 26 days
- Average rainfall: 5mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mbabane in June, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Mbabane in July
- Average temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average humidity: 60%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 5mm (0") over 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mbabane in July, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Mbabane in August
- Average temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 57%
- Average sunny days: 23 days
- Average rainfall: 10mm (0") over 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mbabane in August, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Mbabane in September
- Average temperature: 19℃ (65℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average humidity: 59%
- Average sunny days: 18 days
- Average rainfall: 20mm (1") over 8 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mbabane in September, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
Mbabane in October
- Average temperature: 19℃ (67℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (76℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
- Average humidity: 70%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 64mm (3") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mbabane in October, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Mbabane in November
- Average temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 6 days
- Average rainfall: 98mm (4") over 22 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mbabane in November, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Mbabane in December
- Average temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average low temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 4 days
- Average rainfall: 134mm (5") over 24 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mbabane in December, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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