Climate of Mafeteng, Lesotho
Area-weighted average across Mafeteng. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Mafeteng, a subdivision of Lesotho, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 6.4°C / 43.5°F in June to 20°C / 68°F in January, with rainfall from 12 mm / 0.5 in to 108 mm / 4.3 in depending on the season (698 mm / 27.5 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C68°F | 108 mm4.3″ | — |
| February | 19.3°C66.7°F | 105 mm4.1″ | — |
| March | 17.3°C63.1°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| April | 13.8°C56.8°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| May | 9.9°C49.8°F | 21 mm0.8″ | — |
| June | 6.4°C43.5°F | 15 mm0.6″ | — |
| July | 6.4°C43.5°F | 12 mm0.5″ | — |
| August | 9.4°C48.9°F | 24 mm0.9″ | — |
| September | 12.9°C55.2°F | 33 mm1.3″ | — |
| October | 15.7°C60.3°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| November | 17.3°C63.1°F | 84 mm3.3″ | — |
| December | 19.1°C66.4°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mafeteng?
Mafeteng, Lesotho does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is January at 20°C / 68°F, and the driest is July at 12 mm / 0.5 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Mafeteng?
Mafeteng, Lesotho has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 6.4°C / 43.5°F in June to 20°C / 68°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 698 mm / 27.5 in, with the wettest month being January (108 mm / 4.3 in) and the driest July (12 mm / 0.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Mafeteng?
The hottest month in Mafeteng is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 20°C / 68°F.
What is the coldest month in Mafeteng?
The coldest month in Mafeteng is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 6.4°C / 43.5°F.
When does it rain most in Mafeteng?
The wettest month in Mafeteng is January, averaging about 108 mm / 4.3 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 12 mm / 0.5 in.