Free State weather in March
Are you planning a trip to Free State in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Free State in March?
Free State is a region in South Africa. March in Free State generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 24°C in Clarens to 29°C in Bloemfontein. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C in Bloemfontein and 12°C in Clarens.
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Philippolis with an average of 71 mm to high rainfall in Van Reenen with 117 mm. The city Bloemfontein usually sees around 260 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
For specific regional insights in Free State for March, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Free State climate page.
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What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in Free State?
Bloemfontein
In March Bloemfontein generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Van Reenen
In March Van Reenen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Harrismith
In March Harrismith generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Philippolis
In March Philippolis generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Sterkfontein Dam
In March Sterkfontein Dam generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is March the best time to visit Free State?
We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Free State. Typically, the climate in Bloemfontein is perfect.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Bloemfontein.
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