Gaborone weather in March (Botswana)

Can you expect sunny skies in Gaborone in March? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

Typically, March in Gaborone includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 31°C, cooling down at night to around 19°C. Keep in mind that temperatures can exceed these averages. Dress for the heat and stay hydrated, especially during peak sun hours.

Precipitation

Gaborone in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 7 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 277 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 prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Gaborone. April, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gaborone, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 25%  

Precipitation 57 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Sunshine 277 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Botswana in March

Find out more about the weather in Botswana 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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Gaborone.

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