Plattekloof weather in March (Western Cape, South Africa)

How is March weather typically in Plattekloof? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Plattekloof during March, which means high temperatures and low rainfall. Summer occurs in March. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 25°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 16°C.

Precipitation

Plattekloof in March usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 18 mm for the month. Expect around 5 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With around 293 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June and July tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Plattekloof, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 25°C  

Water Temperature 18°C *  

Chance of Rain 15%  

Precipitation 18 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 293 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (10 KM, 6 Miles).

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. 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.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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