Etosha National Park Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Etosha National Park, Namibia in March.

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Okaukuejo Namutoni

Planning a journey to Etosha National Park, Namibia 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 Etosha National Park in March

Etosha National Park, Namibia is a region in Namibia. March in Etosha National Park generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) in Okaukuejo. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For specific regional insights in Etosha National Park, Namibia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Okaukuejo with an average of 75 mm (3 in) to moderate rainfall in Namutoni with 92 mm (3.6 in).

Explore Etosha National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Etosha National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Okaukuejo)

January33°C (91°F) February32°C (90°F) March31°C (88°F) April31°C (88°F) May30°C (86°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August30°C (86°F) September34°C (93°F) October36°C (97°F) November35°C (95°F) December34°C (93°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Etosha National Park in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Etosha National Park.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Etosha National Park

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Etosha National Park, Namibia?

Temperature range in Etosha National Park (March)

Precipitation variation in Etosha National Park (March)

Okaukuejo

In March Okaukuejo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
75 mm (3 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
4 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Okaukuejo →

Namutoni

In March Namutoni generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
9 days
4 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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In our records: Namibia March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Namibia in our climate database (2003 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest March day in Namibia brought 132 mm (5.2 in) in Windhoek on March 20, 2025.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Etosha National Park in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Okaukuejo 31°C (88°F) 20°C (68°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Namutoni 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

Etosha National Park weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Etosha National Park, Namibia in March?

March in Etosha National Park, Namibia brings tolerable weather. In Okaukuejo, daytime temperatures are typically around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime lows hover near 20°C (68°F).

What is the average temperature in Etosha National Park, Namibia in March?

Average temperatures in Etosha National Park, Namibia during March range from a nighttime low near 20°C (68°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Okaukuejo.

Does Etosha National Park, Namibia get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Okaukuejo averages just 75 mm (3 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Etosha National Park, Namibia.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Etosha National Park, Namibia?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Okaukuejo, March might be a good time to visit Etosha National Park, Namibia. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Etosha National Park, Namibia is in June and July with generally perfect weather in Okaukuejo. In contrast, January, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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