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Best time to visit Lesotho
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When is the best time to visit Lesotho?
The best time to visit Lesotho (Maseru) is December based on the following average weather conditions.
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Which is the hottest month in Lesotho?
The hottest time of year in Maseru, Lesotho is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 28°C with low heat and humidity.
Which month has the most rain in Lesotho?
In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Maseru, Lesotho with 111mm on average. There are normally 13 days in January with some rain.
When is it sunniest in Lesotho?
The sunniest time of year in Maseru, Lesotho is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 85% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.
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The weather guide for Lesotho, represented by Maseru, (Maseru) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.
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Lesotho weather overview
Lesotho contains the highest land in Southern Africa and, in its upper reaches, temperatures can be very low with snow appearing between May and September. The heaviest rainfall arrives between October and April; January/February are the hottest as well as the wettest months. Night temperatures can be chilly at any time of year.
What to pack for Lesotho weather
Combine warm clothes with lightweights and go prepared for the rainy season.
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