Best Time to Visit Mbombela, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Mbombela is at its sunniest and driest in April–September.
The best time to visit Mbombela for sunny, dry weather is April–September — 6 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 15.5°C / 59.9°F in July to 24.8°C / 76.6°F in January, with rainfall from 8 mm / 0.3 in (June) to 136 mm / 5.4 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mbombela, Mpumalanga, South Africa's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Mbombela's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 21.3°C70.3°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 18.3°C64.9°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 15.8°C60.4°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 15.5°C59.9°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17.3°C63.1°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 19.9°C67.8°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mbombela?
The best time to visit Mbombela for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 24.8°C / 76.6°F, and the driest is June with about 8 mm / 0.3 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mbombela's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Mbombela?
The rainy season at Mbombela, Mpumalanga runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 66 mm / 2.6 in. The wettest single month is January (136 mm / 5.4 in).
What is the driest month in Mbombela?
The driest month in Mbombela is June, averaging about 8 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 15.8°C / 60.4°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Mbombela?
The least comfortable months for travel to Mbombela — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, May, June, July, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 136 mm / 5.4 in in January, and the coldest month averages 15.5°C / 59.9°F.
Is Mbombela climate different from South Africa overall?
Yes, usually. Our Mbombela figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our South Africa figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Mbombela specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.