Lakeside weather in March (Western Cape, South Africa)

Looking to travel to Lakeside in March? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Lakeside the weather in March is generally perfect, characterized by pleasant temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 22°C, while night temperatures can drop to 17°C.

Lakeside in March usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 19 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 5 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 293 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

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

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

 

Lakeside, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 18°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 17%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 19 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 293 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (18 KM, 11 Miles).

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 Lakeside in March?

For visitors traveling to Lakeside, 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. With a water temperature of around 18°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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