March weather forecastMakhaleng, Lesotho
March
Weather in March
March marks the beginning of autumn in Makhaleng, Lesotho, with a noticeable change in temperature and overall weather conditions. The city experiences a dip in rainfall to 42mm (1.65"), signifying drier conditions compared to the dampness of February. Despite the transition, the weather is relatively clement for outdoor activities and exploration. As the month progresses, the temperature gradually decreases, hinting at the approaching winter period. The decrease in UV index also signals a change of seasons, marking March's transitional weather.Temperature
As Makhaleng transitions from February to March, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still warm 23.8°C (74.8°F), nearly the same as the previous 25°C (77°F). Nighttime temperatures throughout March in Makhaleng register a significant deviation from the day's highs, averaging at a cool 11.3°C (52.3°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Makhaleng, Lesotho, is 58%.Rainfall
In Makhaleng, Lesotho, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 106.2 rainfall days, and 387mm (15.24") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Makhaleng, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 12h and 16min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:06 SAST.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine in Makhaleng is 9.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 5 during March leads to these advisories:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average high temperature in March: 23.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (13.6°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 11.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (2.1°C).
Average pressure in March
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average pressure in March: 1016.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1013.5mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average wind speed in March: 8.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7km/h).
Average humidity in March
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average humidity in March: 58%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).
Average rainfall in March
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average rainfall in March: 42mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (7mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average snowfall in March: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is July (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average snowfall days in March: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 18min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11 days).
Average UV index in March
Makhaleng, 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
Makhaleng, Lesotho
- Average cloud cover in March: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in March
Makhaleng, 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).
