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Sandton Weather in March

Sandton in March sees high temperatures, with highs around 26°C (79°F) and overnight lows of 15°C (59°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 87 mm (3.4 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Sandton in March

Typically, about 11 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 87 mm (3.4 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Sandton in March

The perfect temperature in Sandton in March makes it a solid month to visit, with 26°C (79°F) during the day and 15°C (59°F) at night. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. At 15°C (59°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Sandton in March

Enjoy a sunny month with about 239 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Sandton even more beautiful.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a great time to visit.

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Sandton Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C (79°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 87 mm (3.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
SunshineSunshine 239 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 65% *  
* Data from: Johannesburg, South Africa (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Best Places in South Africa in March

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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 Sandton in March

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in March. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Sandton in March

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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