Kalahari Desert

Kalahari Desert Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Kalahari Desert, Botswana in March.

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Kang Ghanzi

Thinking about venturing to the Kalahari Desert, Botswana this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Kalahari Desert in March

The Kalahari Desert, Botswana is a region in Botswana. March in the Kalahari Desert generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Ghanzi. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For a closer look at conditions across the Kalahari Desert, Botswana, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kang with an average of 47 mm (1.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Ghanzi with 68 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Ghanzi sees close to 313 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore the Kalahari Desert by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Kalahari Desert - and find the best time to visit. (based on Kang)

January33°C (91°F) February33°C (91°F) March32°C (90°F) April29°C (84°F) May27°C (81°F) June24°C (75°F) July23°C (73°F) This monthAugust27°C (81°F) September31°C (88°F) October33°C (91°F) November34°C (93°F) December34°C (93°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Kalahari Desert in March

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

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 the Kalahari Desert

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in the Kalahari Desert, Botswana?

Temperature range in the Kalahari Desert (March)

Precipitation variation in the Kalahari Desert (March)

Ghanzi

In March Ghanzi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
283 hours
313 hours
282 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
2 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
excellent
Climate in Ghanzi →

Kang

In March Kang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
Climate in Kang →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Kalahari Desert, in Botswana.

In our records: Botswana March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Botswana in our climate database (1985 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest March day in Botswana brought 77 mm (3 in) in Chobe National Park on March 16, 2022.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Kalahari Desert in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kang 32°C (90°F) 19°C (66°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Ghanzi 32°C (90°F) 19°C (66°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

The Kalahari Desert weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Kalahari Desert, Botswana in March?

March in the Kalahari Desert, Botswana brings good weather. In Ghanzi, daytime temperatures are typically around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime lows hover near 19°C (66°F).

What is the average temperature in the Kalahari Desert, Botswana in March?

Daytime temperatures in Ghanzi peak at roughly 32°C (90°F) in March, dropping to about 19°C (66°F) overnight.

Does the Kalahari Desert, Botswana get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in the Kalahari Desert, Botswana. Ghanzi averages only about 68 mm (2.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Kalahari Desert, Botswana?

Given the typically very good weather conditions in Ghanzi, March might be a good time to visit the Kalahari Desert, Botswana. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May, June, July and August provide excellent weather in Ghanzi. On the other hand, the weather in January, October, November and December tend to be less favorable.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Kalahari Desert.

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