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Eastern Cape Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Eastern Cape, South Africa in March.

Planning a journey to Eastern Cape, South Africa this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Eastern Cape in March

Eastern Cape, South Africa is a region in South Africa. In March, Eastern Cape experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Rhodes at 22°C (72°F) to very warm in Kruger National Park at 32°C (90°F). At night it cools down to 22°C (72°F) in Kruger National Park and 10°C (50°F) in Rhodes.

For a closer look at conditions across Eastern Cape, South Africa, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Port Nolloth with an average of 5.7 mm (0.2 in) to high rainfall in Maclear with 150 mm (5.9 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Gqeberha enjoys approximately 229 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Eastern Cape by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Eastern Cape — and find the best time to visit. (based on Gqeberha)

Best Places to Visit in Eastern Cape in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Eastern Cape.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Eastern Cape

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Eastern Cape, South Africa?

Temperature range in Eastern Cape (March)

Precipitation variation in Eastern Cape (March)

Gqeberha

In March Gqeberha generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
223 hours
229 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Jeffreys Bay

In March Jeffreys Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
223 hours
229 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

East London

In March East London generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
204 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Port Alfred

In March Port Alfred generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Addo

In March Addo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
223 hours
229 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Eastern Cape in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gqeberha 24°C (75°F) 19°C (66°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Jeffreys Bay 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 51 mm (2 in)
East London 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Port Alfred 25°C (77°F) 19°C (66°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Addo 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Graaff-Reinet 28°C (82°F) 15°C (59°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)

Eastern Cape weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Eastern Cape, South Africa in March?

In March, Eastern Cape, South Africa generally has perfect weather conditions. Gqeberha sees daytime temperatures near 24°C (75°F), with nights cooling to roughly 19°C (66°F).

What is the average temperature in Eastern Cape, South Africa in March?

In Gqeberha, the average daytime high in March is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 19°C (66°F).

Does Eastern Cape, South Africa get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Eastern Cape, South Africa. Gqeberha averages only about 48 mm (1.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Eastern Cape, South Africa?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Gqeberha, March might be a good time to visit Eastern Cape, South Africa. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, provide perfect weather in Gqeberha.

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