Pretoria weather in March (Gauteng, South Africa)

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

In Pretoria the weather in March is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 28°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 17°C.

Pretoria in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 87 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 10 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 255 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. March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Pretoria, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 87 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 62%  

Sunshine 255 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Pretoria in March?

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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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