Knysna weather in March (Western Cape, South Africa)

Wondering what the weather is like in Knysna during March? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The weather in Knysna is usually perfect in March, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 23°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 17°C.

Precipitation

Knysna in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 54 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 10 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 280 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Knysna, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 23°C  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 54 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Sunshine 280 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?

For visitors traveling to Knysna, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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