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Temperature in Western Cape in March

Western Cape is a region in South Africa. March in has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from pleasant in Paternoster with 20°C to very high temperatures in Piketberg with 31°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C in Piketberg and 16°C in Paternoster.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Western Cape in March?

To get a sense of March's typical temperatures in the key spots of Western Cape, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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  • What is the warmest city in March in Western Cape?
    • From a thorough analysis of our records, Piketberg clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 31°C, and evenings that remain near 15°C.

  • What is the coldest city in March in Western Cape?
    • According to our data, Paternoster holds the title for the coldest city in Western Cape in March. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 20°C and drops to lows of about 16°C during the night.

  • How much sun does Western Cape get in March?
    • Cape Town enjoys close to 293 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.

  • What is the water's temperature in March?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 18°C in Cape Town this month, so still a bit cool to swim but some enjoy a chilly dive.

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