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Aliwal Shoal

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Best timeMay–Sep
Set inKwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
In season~73°F high
Climate
Data source

Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

61–81°F
Nearest airportDUR
CurrencyZAR
LanguageZulu
TimezoneUTC+02:00
On the map
Map showing the location of Aliwal Shoal
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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Jun–Jul. Go in May, Aug for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightJul · 82%
WarmestJan · 81°F
WettestDec
Best windowMay–Sep
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Ragged-tooth sharks and the sardine run along a fossilized dune reef.

Best time to visit

Aim for May–Sep, the 5 months that line up best.

Pairs well with

Tugela Falls
155 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Aliwal Shoal?

The best time to visit Aliwal Shoal is May–September, in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

Where is Aliwal Shoal?

Aliwal Shoal is in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The nearest major airport is DUR.

What is Aliwal Shoal known for?

Ragged-tooth sharks and the sardine run along a fossilized dune reef.

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