March weather forecast
Liphateng, Lesotho

March

Weather in March

March transitions Liphateng’s weather towards an atmospheric state that is slightly cooler than February. The highlight of this month is the cloud cover that stays under 20%, allowing sunlight to enrich the city. Rainfall is expected but in controlled amounts compared to the previous months of January and February. The UV index maintains at 5, indicating the continuing strength of the sunlight. A quick look at the meteorological figures for March shows a confinement of temperature between 25.3°C (77.5°F) and 12.9°C (55.2°F), as well as a decelerating precipitation rate at 47mm (1.85").

Temperature

The arrival of March is marked by an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.3°C (77.5°F), bearing a close resemblance to February. During March, Liphateng perceives a consistent contrast from the daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 12.9°C (55.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Liphateng is 54%.

Rainfall

In Liphateng, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Liphateng, there are 107.2 rainfall days, and 417mm (16.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, July through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Liphateng is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of March in Liphateng, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:07 SAST.

Sunshine

In Liphateng, Lesotho, the average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

UV index

In Liphateng, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Liphateng?
In March, in Liphateng, the average high-temperature is 25.3°C (77.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 12.9°C (55.2°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Liphateng?
In Liphateng, the average relative humidity in March is 54%.
How many days does it rain in March in Liphateng?
In Liphateng, Lesotho, in March, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 47mm (1.85") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow in Liphateng?
In Liphateng, snow does not fall in January through May, July through December.
What is the average length of the day in March in Liphateng?
In Liphateng, Lesotho, the average day length in March is 12h and 16min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Liphateng?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:07 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Liphateng have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 9.6h.
What is the UV index intensity in March in Liphateng?
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Liphateng, Lesotho
Average temperature in March
Liphateng, Lesotho
  • Average high temperature in March: 25.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 12.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.1°C).

Average pressure in March - Liphateng, Lesotho
Average pressure in March
Liphateng, Lesotho
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Liphateng, Lesotho
Average wind speed in March
Liphateng, Lesotho
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in March - Liphateng, Lesotho
Average humidity in March
Liphateng, Lesotho
  • Average humidity in March: 54%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and April (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (33%).

Average rainfall in March - Liphateng, Lesotho
Average rainfall in March
Liphateng, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall in March: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (6mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Liphateng, Lesotho
Average rainfall days in March
Liphateng, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3 days).

Average snowfall in March - Liphateng, Lesotho
Average snowfall in March
Liphateng, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall in March: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is June (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Liphateng, Lesotho
Average snowfall days in March
Liphateng, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Liphateng, Lesotho
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Liphateng, Lesotho
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March - Liphateng, Lesotho
Average sunshine days in March
Liphateng, Lesotho
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March - Liphateng, Lesotho
Average UV index in March
Liphateng, Lesotho
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March - Liphateng, Lesotho
Average cloud cover in March
Liphateng, Lesotho
  • Average cloud cover in March: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in March - Liphateng, Lesotho
Average visibility in March
Liphateng, Lesotho
  • 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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