South AfricaThe weather in March in Cape Town
It's warm in March in Cape Town with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 18°C.
Looking for great weather? March is a good time to be in Cape Town. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March for Cape Town, South Africa. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 42°C in 2015, Cape Town reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Cape Town is 21°C this month. Pleasant for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 37 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in March for Cape Town
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Cape Town. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Cape Town | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 13°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 37 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Cape Town with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps drop to around 26°C, with nights around 17°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Cape Town is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Cape Town, South Africa. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Cape Town
Temperature in March in Cape Town over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Cape Town, South Africa. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in March in Cape Town
Total precipitation in March in Cape Town over the years
Daily UV index in March in Cape Town
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Cape Town, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in March in Cape Town
The weather in March in Cape Town is rated an average of 4,5 out of 5 stars by 2 visitors. Have you been to Cape Town? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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A sunny day with the perfect temperature to relax, the next light rain bringing the city to life. A sweater for the night is a must.— This text is automatically translated to English
Upon arrival, it was a 24 degrees and lots of rain, it lasted 15 minutes. The rest of the trip,sunny and temperature of between 26 and 32 degrees. The saying, if you have been there 1 time, you want more. It is highly recommended,— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Cape Town by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cape Town. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.