March weather forecast
Newcastle, South Africa

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Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a warm month in Newcastle, South Africa, with an average temperature varying between 24.8°C (76.6°F) and 12°C (53.6°F).

Temperature

Newcastle, South Africa, records an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.8°C (76.6°F) in March, maintaining a close correlation with February's 26.3°C (79.3°F). Newcastle's nighttime temperature in March demonstrates a noticeable plunge to a cool 12°C (53.6°F).

Humidity

In Newcastle, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Newcastle, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation. In Newcastle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.9 days and collects up to 347mm (13.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:58 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

UV index

In Newcastle, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in March leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Newcastle in March?

During March, Newcastle experiences an average high-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and a low-temperature of 12°C (53.6°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Newcastle?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Newcastle?

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Newcastle?

In March, the average day length in Newcastle is 12h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Newcastle?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:58 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in March in Newcastle?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Newcastle is 9.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Newcastle?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Newcastle, South Africa, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Newcastle, South Africa

Average temperature in March - Newcastle, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in March: 24.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (26.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (18°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 12°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.5°C).

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Average pressure in March
Newcastle, South Africa

Average pressure in March - Newcastle, South Africa
  • Average pressure in March: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1014.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Newcastle, South Africa

Average wind speed in March - Newcastle, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (10.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (7.2km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Newcastle, South Africa

Average humidity in March - Newcastle, South Africa
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (42%).

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Average rainfall in March
Newcastle, South Africa

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (59mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Newcastle, South Africa

Average rainfall days in March - Newcastle, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.1 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Newcastle, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Newcastle, South Africa

Average sunshine days in March - Newcastle, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Newcastle, South Africa

Average UV index in March - Newcastle, South Africa
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in March
Newcastle, South Africa

Average cloud cover in March - Newcastle, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in March: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in March
Newcastle, South Africa

Average visibility in March - Newcastle, South Africa
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).

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