March weather forecast
Swakopmund, Namibia

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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

The arrival of March marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F) from February's 22.2°C (72°F). March nights in Swakopmund witness a slight temperature decrease, averaging at an enjoyable 19.3°C (66.7°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature in Swakopmund is 18.6°C (65.5°F).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for the majority in water at 18.6°C (65.5°F). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Swakopmund, 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during March translates into the following guidance:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Swakopmund in March?

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

What is the average humidity in March in Swakopmund?

In March, the average relative humidity is 71%.

What is the wettest month in Swakopmund?

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

How much does it rain in Swakopmund in March?

In March, in Swakopmund, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout March, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in March in Swakopmund?

In Swakopmund, in March, the average water 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).

What is the average length of the day in March in Swakopmund?

The average day length in March in Swakopmund, Namibia, is 12h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Swakopmund?

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.

How long on average sun shines in March in Swakopmund?

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

What are the months with the highest UV index in Swakopmund?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Swakopmund?

In Swakopmund, Namibia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

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).

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Average pressure in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

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).

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Average humidity in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

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).

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Average rainfall days in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

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).

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Average sea temperature in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

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).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

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).

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Average UV index in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

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).

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Average visibility in March
Swakopmund, Namibia

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).

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Swakopmund, Namibia

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