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Addo Elephant National Park Weather in March

With daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows of 16°C (61°F), March in Addo Elephant National Park brings high temperatures during the day. The excellent weather makes it an appealing time to visit.

Rainfall in Addo Elephant National Park in March

Historically, the month has about 9 days of rain, averaging 51 mm (2 in) in total. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Addo Elephant National Park in March

Addo Elephant National Park in March is worth a visit. The temperature is excellent, with 29°C (84°F) during the day and 16°C (61°F) at night. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. At 16°C (61°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Addo Elephant National Park in March

With approximately 226 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for Addo Elephant National Park.

Addo Elephant National Park Temperature in March

Min Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
31%
Precipitation
51 mm (2 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
82% *
Sunshine
226 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Port Elizabeth, South Africa (57 KM, 35 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Addo Elephant National Park in March

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in March. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Addo Elephant National Park in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    10/10
  • Cycling
    8/10
  • Walking
    8/10
  • Barbeque
    10/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    8/10

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