Durban weather in March (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

How does the weather in Durban usually fare in March? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The weather in Durban during March is typically perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 28°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 22°C.

Precipitation

Durban in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 98 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 12 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 201 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a prime time to visit Durban. January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December typically offer the best circumstances. While November tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Durban, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 98 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 80%  

Sunshine 201 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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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