March weather forecast
Christiana, South Africa

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Christiana, is still a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and an average low of 16.4°C (61.5°F).

Temperature

Christiana notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.4°C (83.1°F) in March, hardly diverging from February. A sharp contrast between day and night is prevalent in March with an average nighttime temperature of 16.4°C (61.5°F) in Christiana.

Heat index

In March, the heat index is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F). Prolonged activity during exposure might result in a state of fatigue and cause heat cramps.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 48%.

Rainfall

In Christiana, in March, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation. In Christiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 75.7 days and collects up to 259mm (10.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Christiana is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:17 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Christiana is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in March transforms into this advice:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Christiana in March?

In Christiana, 28.4°C (83.1°F) is the average high-temperature and 16.4°C (61.5°F) is the average low-temperature during March. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in March is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Christiana?

The average relative humidity in March in Christiana, South Africa, is 48%.

How much does it rain in Christiana in March?

In March, in Christiana, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout March, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Christiana have in March?

The average day length in March in Christiana, South Africa, is 12h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Christiana?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, in Christiana, South Africa, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:17 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in March in Christiana?

The average sunshine duration in March in Christiana, South Africa, is 9.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Christiana?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Christiana is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Christiana, South Africa

Average temperature in March - Christiana, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in March: 28.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (30.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (17.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (19.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.5°C).

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Average pressure in March
Christiana, South Africa

Average pressure in March - Christiana, South Africa
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Christiana, South Africa

Average wind speed in March - Christiana, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (14.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.6km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Christiana, South Africa

Average humidity in March - Christiana, South Africa
  • Average humidity in March: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (50%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (29%).

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Average rainfall in March
Christiana, South Africa

Average rainfall in March - Christiana, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in March: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Christiana, South Africa

Average rainfall days in March - Christiana, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.9 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Christiana, South Africa

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Christiana, South Africa
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Christiana, South Africa

Average sunshine days in March - Christiana, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Christiana, South Africa

Average UV index in March - Christiana, South Africa
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in March
Christiana, South Africa

Average cloud cover in March - Christiana, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in March: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 19).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in March
Christiana, South Africa

Average visibility in March - Christiana, South Africa
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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