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South AfricaThe weather in March in Durban
It's warm in March in Durban with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 22°C.
Looking for sun? March isn’t a good month to be in Durban. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of 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 Durban, 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 33°C in 2023, Durban reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Durban is 28°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 101 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in March for Durban
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Durban. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Durban | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 101 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Durban with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps stay steady at around 29°C, with nights around 21°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Durban is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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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 Durban, 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 Durban
Temperature in March in Durban over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Durban, 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 Durban
Total precipitation in March in Durban over the years
Daily UV index in March in Durban
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Durban, 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 Durban
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Constant sun and heat, ideal for relaxing on the beach. The sea was lovely, you could swim there for several days. Ideal time for a sunny vacation!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Durban by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Durban. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.