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

How is the weather in Beaufort West in March? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Beaufort West the weather in March is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 15°C.

Beaufort West in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 6 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 270 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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 TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 20%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 50 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 54% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 270 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  

Where to go in South Africa in March

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

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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 Beaufort West in March?

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 in March.

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

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