Temperature in The Karoo in March

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in the Karoo, South Africa this March.

The Karoo, South Africa, a region in South Africa, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in March ranging from 27°C (81°F) in Sutherland to 30°C (86°F) in Merweville. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Merweville and 13°C (55°F) in Sutherland.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the Karoo, South Africa in March?

Find the average daytime temperatures in March for the most popular destinations in the Karoo on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in the Karoo in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in March: blue is cold, red is hot.

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The Karoo temperatures in March: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in the Karoo, South Africa in March?

Average daytime highs in the Karoo, South Africa during March reach about 29°C (84°F) in Oudtshoorn.

How cold does it get at night in the Karoo, South Africa in March?

Oudtshoorn sees nighttime lows close to 15°C (59°F) in March.

What is the warmest city in March in the Karoo, South Africa?

Based on our systematic data collection, Merweville has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 30°C (86°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 16°C (61°F).

What is the coldest city in March in the Karoo, South Africa?

According to our data, Sutherland holds the title for the coldest city in the Karoo, South Africa in March. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 27°C (81°F) and drops to lows of about 13°C (55°F) during the night.

How much sun does the Karoo, South Africa get in March?

Oudtshoorn enjoys close to 207 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.

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