Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across South Africa this March.
South Africa, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in March ranging from 20°C (68°F) in Paternoster to 34°C (93°F) in Askham. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Askham and 16°C (61°F) in Paternoster.
To get a sense of March's typical temperatures in the key spots of South Africa, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.
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Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in March: blue is cold, red is hot.
Cape Town averages a daytime high of 24°C (75°F) in March, which is high for South Africa.
Average overnight lows in South Africa during March sit near 16°C (61°F) in Cape Town.
According to our recent database analysis, Askham is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 34°C (93°F) and rarely drops below 20°C (68°F) during the night.
For the month of March, Paternoster is the most temperate city in South Africa based on our records. Highs average 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 16°C (61°F).
Cape Town enjoys approximately 293 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
Across South Africa, sea temperatures in March range from cool at 18°C (64°F) in Cape Town to good at 23°C (73°F) in East London — so swimming conditions depend on which coast you pick.
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