Otjozondjupa Region Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia in March.

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Otjiwarongo Grootfontein Okahandja

Planning a journey to Otjozondjupa Region, 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 Otjozondjupa Region in March

Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia is a region in Namibia. March in Otjozondjupa Region generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Otjiwarongo. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Okahandja with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to high rainfall in Grootfontein with 104 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Otjiwarongo enjoys about 266 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Otjozondjupa Region in March

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Otjozondjupa Region

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia?

Temperature range in Otjozondjupa Region (March)

Precipitation variation in Otjozondjupa Region (March)

Otjiwarongo

In March Otjiwarongo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
266 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Otjiwarongo →

Grootfontein

In March Grootfontein generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
276 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Grootfontein →

Okahandja

In March Okahandja generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°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)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
282 hours
273 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Okahandja →

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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 Otjozondjupa Region in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Otjiwarongo 30°C (86°F) 18°C (64°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Grootfontein 30°C (86°F) 18°C (64°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Okahandja 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)

Otjozondjupa Region weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia in March?

In March, Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia generally has tolerable weather conditions. Otjiwarongo sees daytime temperatures near 30°C (86°F), with nights cooling to roughly 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia in March?

Daytime temperatures in Otjiwarongo peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in March, dropping to about 18°C (64°F) overnight.

Does Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia. Otjiwarongo averages only about 87 mm (3.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Otjiwarongo, March might be a good time to visit Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, April, May, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Otjiwarongo. On the other hand, the months of October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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