March weather forecastGaborone, Botswana

Weather in March

In March, Gaborone's weather continues its transition from summer, with temperatures dipping down to an average low of 17.4°C (63.3°F). Rainfall is significantly decreased, marking this as the beginning of the drier season. The amount of daylight steadily decreases and, likewise, the UV index begins to decline, indicating less intense solar radiation. Although it marks the start of the autumn season, the weather remains substantially warm. The trend continues into April with further drops in temperature.

Temperature

March's average high-temperature in Gaborone stands at a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), showing little deviation from February's 32.1°C (89.8°F). Gaborone experiences a significant contrast between daily highs and an average nighttime temperature of 17.4°C (63.3°F) during March.

Rainfall

In March, in Gaborone, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout March, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gaborone, there are 41 rainfall days, and 190mm (7.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gaborone, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:15 CAT.

Sunshine

February through April and December, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 12 during March translates into the following directions:
Implement all necessary safeguards, unprotected skin might suffer burns rapidly. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Apply and frequently reapply a minimum SPF 30 sunscreen even on cloudy days, especially after swimming or an outdoor workout.