March weather forecast
Lesotho

March ushers in the beginning of autumn in Lesotho, offering a transition from the summer's warmth and rainfall to the cooler, drier conditions of winter. During this month, the average temperatures range from 10°C (50°F) to 25°C (77°F), indicating a noticeable drop from the hotter summer months. As with previous months, temperatures can vary significantly based on the altitude, with lower regions such as Maseru experiencing higher temperatures, while areas of higher elevation like Thaba-Tseka are cooler.

March sees a decline in precipitation compared to January and February, with average rainfall decreasing to 90mm (3.54"). The frequency of thunderstorms also lessens as the month progresses, signalling the end of the summer rain pattern. This decline in rainfall is a trend that continues into the following month of April.

As the weather becomes milder, the landscapes of Lesotho begin to transform, with the lush greenery of the summer giving way to the golden hues of autumn. Despite the drop in temperature, the sun can still be intense due to the country's high altitude, and sun protection remains necessary. The decrease in rainfall and temperate weather conditions in March make it a pleasant time for outdoor activities and exploring the picturesque landscapes of the country.

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• Maseru - March »
  In Maseru in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Maseru in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation.
• Teyateyaneng - March »
  In Teyateyaneng in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated. As Teyateyaneng steps into March, the average high-temperature is measured at a still moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F), displaying minor differences from February's 25°C (77°F).
• Mafeteng - March »
  In Mafeteng in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is typically accumulated. When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Mafeteng?
• Hlotse - March »
  January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Hlotse, Lesotho. March in Hlotse is marked by an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.4°C (75.9°F), almost identical to the preceding month.
• Maputsoe - March »
  On the first day of March in Maputsoe sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:41. March brings further cooling to Maputsoe as temperatures dip to an average high of 23.8°C (74.8°F) from the highs of January and February.
• Butha-Buthe - March »
  The months with the highest UV index in Butha-Buthe are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. The months with the highest UV index in Butha-Buthe are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
• Thaba-Tseka - March »
  On the first day of March in Thaba-Tseka sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:39. January through March, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Thaba-Tseka.
• Mokhotlong - March »
  January through March, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Mokhotlong, Lesotho. The months with the highest UV index in Mokhotlong are January through March, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
• Tsoelike - March »
  In Tsoelike in March, during 20.9 rainfall days, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tsoelike, in March, during 20.9 rainfall days, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Pitseng - March »
  On the first day of March in Pitseng, Lesotho, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:40. In Pitseng, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation.