March weather forecastRatau, Lesotho
March
Weather in March
In March, Ratau experiences further decline in temperatures. It becomes notably cooler with less rain showers making it ideal for those who prefer fewer disruptions by rainfall. The wind speed remains nearly constant at 8.1km/h (5mph). Even as the daylight hours reduce to 12.3, the city continues to receive about 9.5 hours of sunlight daily. UV index reading of 5 suggests that sunblock might come handy for individuals with sensitive skin.Temperature
The advent of March denotes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F), subtly different from February's 25°C (77°F). March presents a pronounced divergence from daily peak temperatures, with the average low-temperature of 11.3°C (52.3°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Ratau is 58%.Rainfall
In March, in Ratau, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ratau, Lesotho, there are 106.2 rainfall days, and 387mm (15.24") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Ratau, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.Daylight
In Ratau, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 16min.On the first day of March in Ratau, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:07 SAST.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 9.5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Ratau is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Ratau, 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
Ratau, 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
Ratau, 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
Ratau, 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
Ratau, 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
Ratau, 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
Ratau, 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
Ratau, 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
Ratau, 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
Ratau, 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
Ratau, 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
Ratau, 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
Ratau, 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).
