Climate guide for Mbabane, Eswatini

Mbabane in November

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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November · Eswatini

Best time to visit Mbabane in November Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Mbabane in November

Average temperature 18°C, 136 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

November score

7.2/10

Ranked #9 of 12 months

Full year for Mbabane
Avg temp
18°C
Rainfall
136 mm
Humidity
79%
Days with 6h+ sun
23
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

November in Mbabane scores 7.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 18°C, 136 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Mbabane is Eswatini's relaxed hill-ringed capital, combining traditional markets and modern services with quick access to Sibebe and the central highlands.

November holds up well in Mbabane — 9th best month

Temperatures hover around 18°C (65°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.

136 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.

That is 7.2/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Mbabane — 2.6 points higher on the same scale.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Mbabane in November?
In November, Mbabane averages 18°C, 136 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.2/10.
Is November a good time to visit Mbabane?
November earns a 7.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Mbabane in November?
Expect about 136 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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