March weather forecast
Mapoteng, Lesotho

March

Weather in March

In March, Mapoteng’s weather starts to mildly cool down, indicating the onset of Autumn. Dip in temperature aligns with a receding frequency of rainfall, ushering in drier days. A discernible reduction in daylight and sunshine begins in March, marking fewer sunlit hours per day. Temperatures see a modest fall, recording a range from 11.3°C (52.3°F) to 23.8°C (74.8°F). Despite the reduction in total rainfall, the relative humidity prevails at a consistent level, similar to the previous two months.

Temperature

March's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. A noteworthy thermal contrast characterizes Mapoteng's March nights, with temperatures averaging at a fresh 11.3°C (52.3°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 58%.

Rainfall

In Mapoteng, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mapoteng, there are 106.2 rainfall days, and 387mm (15.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Mapoteng, Lesotho, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:06 SAST.

Sunshine

In Mapoteng, the average sunshine in March 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during March leads to these advisories:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Mapoteng?
The high-temperature in Mapoteng, Lesotho, during March is 23.8°C (74.8°F) and the low-temperature is 11.3°C (52.3°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Mapoteng?
In Mapoteng, Lesotho, the average relative humidity in March is 58%.
How much does it rain in Mapoteng in March?
In March, in Mapoteng, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is accumulated.
When it does not snow in Mapoteng?
In Mapoteng, Lesotho, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.
What is the average length of the day in March in Mapoteng?
The average day length in March in Mapoteng, Lesotho, is 12h and 15min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Mapoteng?
On the first day of March in Mapoteng, Lesotho, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:06 SAST.
How long on average sun shines in March in Mapoteng?
In Mapoteng, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.5h.
How high is the UV index in March in Mapoteng?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average temperature in March
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average pressure in March
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average wind speed in March
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average humidity in March
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average rainfall in March
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average rainfall days in March
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average snowfall in March
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average snowfall days in March
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mapoteng, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 3min

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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average sunshine days in March
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average UV index in March
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average cloud cover in March
Mapoteng, 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 - Mapoteng, Lesotho
Average visibility in March
Mapoteng, 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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