Aliwal North weather
At 4:00 AM local time it was drizzle and 16°C (61°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 AM (1.6 mm total). Best months for weather: Sep. Aliwal North sits 1322 m (4,337 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 Aliwal North, Eastern Cape, South Africa.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 91%
- Chance of rain
- 100%
- Rain
- 1.3 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 AM (1.6 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season SepOff season Jun–Jul, Jan–Feb
About Aliwal North weather
Is it raining in Aliwal North right now?
Yes. It’s drizzle and 16° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 AM (1.6 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Aliwal North this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 26–35° and lows of 10–16°. Rain is likely on 2 of 7 days (Sunday, Thursday). The driest day looks like Wednesday.
Has it been raining in Aliwal North lately?
In the past 7 days, Aliwal North had 1 rainy day and 5.3 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Aliwal North?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes, sunscreen and a warm layer for the evenings.
Aliwal North weather by month
When is the best time to visit Aliwal North?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Aliwal North is Sep, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jun–Jul, Jan–Feb tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 15°C (58°F) in June to 31°C (88°F) in January.
What is the rainiest month in Aliwal North?
January is the wettest month, with about 75 mm (3.0 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 13 mm (0.5 in).
What is the hottest month in Aliwal North?
January is the warmest, with average highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 15°C (58°F). June is the coolest, with highs of 15°C (58°F) and lows of 0°C (31°F).
Does Aliwal North have a rainy season?
Not a strong one. No month averages more than 150 mm of rain; the wettest is January at about 75 mm (3.0 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