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Mossel Bay Weather in March

March in Mossel Bay averages 23°C (73°F) during the day and 18°C (64°F) at night. The excellent conditions and moderate rainfall make it a solid month to visit.

Rainfall in Mossel Bay in March

You can expect rain on roughly 9 days based on historical data, averaging 47 mm (1.9 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Mossel Bay in March

March tends to be one of the excellent months in Mossel Bay, with 23°C (73°F) in the afternoon and 18°C (64°F) overnight. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. At 18°C (64°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Mossel Bay in March

There are approximately 207 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, March is one of the best months to visit Mossel Bay.

Mossel Bay Temperature in March

Min Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Max Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
47 mm (1.9 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
83% *
Sunshine
207 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: George, South Africa (36 KM, 22 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Mossel Bay in March

Pleasant temperatures in March mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Mossel Bay in March

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
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

Mossel Bay 3-Day Forecast

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