Lesotho Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Lesotho in March.

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Maseru

Are you planning a trip a to Lesotho in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Lesotho in March

March in Lesotho generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Maseru.

For specific regional insights in Lesotho, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

March is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 111 mm (4.4 in) in Maseru.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Maseru typically receives 258 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Lesotho by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Lesotho — and find the best time to visit. (based on Maseru)

January28°C (82°F) February27°C (81°F) March26°C (79°F) April23°C (73°F) May20°C (68°F) This monthJune17°C (63°F) July17°C (63°F) August20°C (68°F) September24°C (75°F) October26°C (79°F) November27°C (81°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Lesotho in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Lesotho.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Lesotho

What is the weather like in March for the most popular destinonation in Lesotho?

Maseru

In March Maseru generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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March
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February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
258 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Lesotho weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lesotho in March?

Expect pleasant weather across Lesotho in March. The popular destination of Maseru averages 26°C (79°F) by day and 13°C (55°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Lesotho in March?

Average temperatures in Lesotho during March range from a nighttime low near 13°C (55°F) to a daytime high around 26°C (79°F) in Maseru.

Does Lesotho get a lot of rain in March?

Lesotho sees substantial rainfall in March. Maseru typically averages about 111 mm (4.4 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Lesotho?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Lesotho with often pleasant weather in Maseru.

On average, the best time to visit Lesotho is in April, May, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Maseru.

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We have much more information about the climate in Lesotho.

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