March weather forecast
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Weather in March

March in Namibia signifies the gradual retreat of the summer rainy season. Although the country still experiences some rainfall, the frequency and intensity of the showers start to decrease. Across the country, temperatures typically range from 18°C (64.4°F) to 31°C (87.8°F).

In the capital city of Windhoek, temperatures in March are slightly cooler compared to the preceding months, averaging between 16°C (60.8°F) and 29°C (84.2°F). Rainfall continues to decrease, with an average precipitation of approximately 65mm (2.56"), marking a shift towards the forthcoming drier months. The occurrence of afternoon thunderstorms becomes less frequent, but when they do occur, they can still be quite intense.

The coastal cities of Swakopmund and Walvis Bay, influenced by the cold Benguela Current, maintain their relatively cooler climate. March temperatures in these areas typically range from 17°C (62.6°F) to 25°C (77°F). The coastal fog persists, particularly during mornings, providing a refreshing coolness amidst the warmer summer weather.

Compared to February, March signals a gradual transition in Namibia's weather. Temperatures start to decrease slightly, and the amount of rainfall begins to lessen. As Namibia moves into April, the final traces of the rainy season dissipate, paving the way for the dry, cooler months that define Namibia's winter season.

  • Windhoek - March »
    With an average relative humidity of 51%, March is the most humid month in Windhoek, Namibia. On the first day of March sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:20.
  • Swakopmund - March »
    Rainfall remains scarce, and wind speeds gradually increase compared to February, making March a windy month in Swakopmund. On the first day of March in Swakopmund sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 19:30.
  • Walvis Bay - March »
    January and March, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Walvis Bay. Walvis Bay in March continues to offer a warm climate, mirroring that of January, with similar high temperatures of 20.4°C (68.7°F).
  • Oshakati - March »
    In Oshakati during March, the rain falls for 20 days and regularly aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of precipitation. In Oshakati, during March, the rain falls for 20 days and regularly aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of precipitation.
  • Rundu - March »
    On the last day of March, in Rundu, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:43 CAT. The transition from February to March in Rundu is marked by a noticeable decrease in rainfall and a slight drop in temperatures.
  • Otjiwarongo - March »
    On the first day of March in Otjiwarongo, Namibia, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:20. As February transitions into March, the average high-temperature in Otjiwarongo rests at a moderately hot 29°C (84.2°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month.
  • Luderitz - March »
    The month with the most rainfall in Luderitz is March, when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. Temperature records in Luderitz mark March as the warmest month, with highs averaging 26.3°C (79.3°F) and lows at 19.1°C (66.4°F).
  • Tsumeb - March »
    In Tsumeb in March, during 20 rainfall days, 88mm (3.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tsumeb in March, during 20 rainfall days, 88mm (3.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
  • Katima Mulilo - March »
    With an average relative humidity of 70%, March is the most humid month in Katima Mulilo, Namibia. January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Katima Mulilo, Namibia.
  • Gobabis - March »
    In Gobabis, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation. The weather in March sees further declining temperatures as Gobabis, Namibia welcomes the Autumn season.
  • Keetmanshoop - March »
    On the first day of March in Keetmanshoop, Namibia, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 19:18. On the first day of March in Keetmanshoop, Namibia, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 19:18.
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