March weather forecastSwakopmund, Namibia

March

Weather in March

Weather in March brings a mild change, with further increment in warmth, but also a considerable drop in humidity, which falls to 71%. The rise in temperatures is complemented by a slight decrease in sea temperatures, providing a nice contrast for any water-based activities. Rainfall remains scarce, and wind speeds gradually increase compared to February, making March a windy month in Swakopmund.

Temperature

March's average high-temperature is a warm 23.3°C (73.9°F), maintaining a close comparison with February's 22.2°C (72°F). Swakopmund's nighttime average temperature in March subtly descends to a comfortable 19.3°C (66.7°F) from the daily highs.

Humidity

In Swakopmund, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are February and March, with an average 10mm (0.39") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature is 18.6°C (65.5°F).
Note: Swimming in 18.6°C (65.5°F) does not offer a pleasant experience for most individuals. The act of controlling one's breathing becomes progressively difficult as the water temperature goes under 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In Swakopmund, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 19:01 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.8h.

UV index

January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Swakopmund. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

In March, in Swakopmund, the average high-temperature is 23.3°C (73.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 19.3°C (66.7°F).

In March, the average relative humidity is 71%.

The months with the most rainfall are February and March, with an average 10mm (0.39") of precipitation.

In Swakopmund, during March, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation.

In March, the average sea temperature is 18.6°C (65.5°F). For most, swimming in 18.6°C (65.5°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

In Swakopmund, the average day length in March is 12h and 13min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 19:01 CAT.

In Swakopmund, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.8h.

January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

  • Average high temperature in March: 23.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (23.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are September and October (20°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (19.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (14°C).

Average pressure in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

  • Average pressure in March: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

  • Average wind speed in March: 15.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (14.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).

Average rainfall in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

  • Average rainfall in March: 10mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and March (10mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (5.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

  • Average sea temperature in March: 18.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (13.6°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are August, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

  • Average sunshine days in March: 24 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (22.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

  • Average cloud cover in March: 13

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 17).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, June and July (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

  • 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).