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Rietvalleirand Weather in March
March in Rietvalleirand brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 27°C (81°F) and nights around 16°C (61°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 87 mm (3.4 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Rietvalleirand in March
Records from the past 30 years suggest around 10 days of rain, with 87 mm (3.4 in) average for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.
Temperature in Rietvalleirand in March
March tends to be one of the excellent months in Rietvalleirand, with 27°C (81°F) in the afternoon and 16°C (61°F) overnight. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 16°C (61°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.
Sunshine in Rietvalleirand in March
There are approximately 255 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a good time to visit Rietvalleirand.
Rietvalleirand Temperature in March
Min Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Max Temperature
27°C (81°F)
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
87 mm (3.4 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
62% *
Sunshine
255 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Pretoria, South Africa (12 KM, 7 Miles).
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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).
What to Wear in Rietvalleirand in March
Warm but pleasant conditions in Rietvalleirand in March. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Rietvalleirand in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming9/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping8/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
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