Beaufort West weather in March (Western Cape, South Africa)

How is March weather typically in Beaufort West? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Beaufort West during March, which means high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 29°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 15°C.

Precipitation

Beaufort West in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. Expect frequent showers this month, so make sure to have an umbrella to keep yourself dry. Typically, you can expect about 6 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

With approximately 270 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Beaufort West climate page with graphs.

 

Beaufort West, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 20%  

Precipitation 50 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 54% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

Sunshine 270 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Where to go in South Africa in March

Find out more about the weather in South Africa and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

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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