Karoo Weather in March

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

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Oudtshoorn Montagu Beaufort West Calitzdorp

Planning a journey to the Karoo, 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 the Karoo in March

The Karoo, South Africa is a region in South Africa. March in the Karoo generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Sutherland at 27°C (81°F) to very warm in Merweville at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Merweville and 13°C (55°F) in Sutherland.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Karoo, South Africa, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ladismith with an average of 35 mm (1.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Beaufort West with 50 mm (2 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Oudtshoorn sees close to 207 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore the Karoo by month

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

January30°C (86°F) February30°C (86°F) March29°C (84°F) April26°C (79°F) May23°C (73°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August20°C (68°F) September22°C (72°F) October25°C (77°F) November27°C (81°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Karoo in March

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

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 Karoo

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

Temperature range in the Karoo (March)

Precipitation variation in the Karoo (March)

Oudtshoorn

In March Oudtshoorn generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
207 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Oudtshoorn →

Montagu

In March Montagu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Montagu →

Beaufort West

In March Beaufort West generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
294 hours
270 hours
246 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Beaufort West →

Calitzdorp

In March Calitzdorp generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Calitzdorp →

Ladismith

In March Ladismith generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Karoo, in South Africa.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oudtshoorn 29°C (84°F) 15°C (59°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Montagu 28°C (82°F) 14°C (57°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Beaufort West 29°C (84°F) 15°C (59°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Calitzdorp 29°C (84°F) 15°C (59°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Ladismith 29°C (84°F) 15°C (59°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Barrydale 28°C (82°F) 15°C (59°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)

The Karoo weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Karoo, South Africa in March?

March in the Karoo, South Africa brings perfect weather. In Oudtshoorn, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in the Karoo, South Africa in March?

In Oudtshoorn, the average daytime high in March is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 15°C (59°F).

Does the Karoo, South Africa get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Oudtshoorn averages just 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for the Karoo, South Africa.

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Karoo, South Africa?

We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to the Karoo, South Africa. Typically, the climate in Oudtshoorn is perfect.

Generally speaking, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Oudtshoorn. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be tolerable.

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