South AfricaThe weather in March in Port Alfred
It's warm in March in Port Alfred with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 18°C.
Looking for great weather? March is a good time to be in Port Alfred. 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 Port Alfred, 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 38°C in 2022, Port Alfred reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Port Alfred is 27°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 49 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in March for Port Alfred
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Port Alfred. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Port Alfred | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 14°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 49 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Port Alfred with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 18°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps drop to around 26°C, with nights around 17°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 Port Alfred 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 8 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 Port Alfred, 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 Port Alfred
Temperature in March in Port Alfred over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Port Alfred, 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 Port Alfred
Total precipitation in March in Port Alfred over the years
Daily UV index in March in Port Alfred
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Port Alfred, 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.
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Average weather in Port Alfred by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Port Alfred. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.