Southern District Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Southern District, Botswana in March.

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Jwaneng Kanye

Planning a trip to Southern District, Botswana this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Southern District in March

Southern District, Botswana is a region in Botswana. March in Southern District generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Jwaneng. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For specific regional insights in Southern District, Botswana, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Jwaneng with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Kanye with 65 mm (2.6 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Southern District in March

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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 Southern District

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

Temperature range in Southern District (March)

Precipitation variation in Southern District (March)

Jwaneng

In March Jwaneng 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)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
52 mm (2 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Jwaneng →

Kanye

In March Kanye generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°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)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
244 hours
277 hours
246 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kanye →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Southern District, 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 Southern District in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jwaneng 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Kanye 29°C (84°F) 18°C (64°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)

Southern District weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Southern District, Botswana in March?

Southern District, Botswana typically experiences tolerable weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Jwaneng average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 18°C (64°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Southern District, Botswana in March?

Average temperatures in Southern District, Botswana during March range from a nighttime low near 18°C (64°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Jwaneng.

Does Southern District, Botswana get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Southern District, Botswana during March, with Jwaneng averaging close to 52 mm (2 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Southern District, Botswana?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Jwaneng, March may not be the ideal time to visit Southern District, Botswana.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Jwaneng. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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