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Richards Bay weather in March (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

What is the weather forecast for Richards Bay in March? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In March, Richards Bay typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 28°C. At night, it falls to around 23°C.

Precipitation

Richards Bay in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 114 mm for the month. You can typically expect 10 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Richards Bay. May, June, July, August, September, October and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Richards Bay climate page with graphs.

 

Richards Bay, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 114 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  

Where to go in South Africa in March

Find out more about the weather in South Africa and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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