Maseru weather
At 11:30 PM local time it was partly cloudy and 22°C (72°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM (4.6 mm total). Best months for weather: Sep. Maseru sits 1546 m (5,072 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Maseru, Maseru District, Lesotho.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 51%
- Chance of rain
- 6%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM (4.6 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season SepOff season Jun–Jul, Nov–Feb
About Maseru weather
Is it raining in Maseru right now?
No. It’s partly cloudy and 22° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM (4.6 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Maseru this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 24–31° and lows of 13–15°. Rain is likely on 4 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Saturday.
Has it been raining in Maseru lately?
In the past 7 days, Maseru had 1 rainy day and 5.6 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Maseru?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Maseru weather by month
When is the best time to visit Maseru?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Maseru is Sep, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jun–Jul, Nov–Feb tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 14°C (57°F) in June to 28°C (83°F) in January.
What is the rainiest month in Maseru?
December is the wettest month, with about 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 8 mm (0.3 in).
What is the hottest month in Maseru?
January is the warmest, with average highs of 28°C (83°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F). June is the coolest, with highs of 14°C (57°F) and lows of 0°C (32°F).
Does Maseru have a rainy season?
Not a strong one. No month averages more than 150 mm of rain; the wettest is December at about 103 mm (4.1 in).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months