March weather forecast
East London, South Africa

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Weather in March

The transition into autumn does not bring immediate changes to East London's weather in March. Rainfall continues to be a prominent feature, though it eases off a little from the previous month. Both the number of daylight hours and the temperatures decline progressively, an indication of the approaching autumn season. Winds remain steady, not offering much variation from February. Meanwhile, the expanses of clear skies dwindle, leading to fewer sunlit hours and the gradual domination of cloud cover.

Temperature

At the onset of March, East London records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.3°C (77.5°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 19.7°C (67.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in East London is 76%.

Rainfall

In East London, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation. In East London, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.9 days and collects up to 352mm (13.86") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F), March is the month with the warmest seawater in East London.
Note: For engaging in water activities including swimming and diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as perfect, providing pleasure for extended durations.

Daylight

In East London, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of March in East London, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:05 SAST.

Sunshine

In East London, South Africa, the average sunshine in March is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in East London are March, May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average 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. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Watch out! Reflections from sand and water can surge UV radiation exposure.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in East London?

An average high-temperature, in March, in East London, is 25.3°C (77.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 19.7°C (67.5°F).

What is the average humidity in March in East London?

In East London, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in East London?

In East London, South Africa, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What month is the sea warmest in East London?

March is the month with the warmest seawater in East London, with an average sea temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

How warm is the water in March in East London?

In East London, in March, the average water temperature is 25.5°C (77.9°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

What is the average length of the day in March in East London?

In East London, the average day length in March is 12h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in East London?

On the first day of March in East London, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:05 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does East London have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in East London?

March, May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March in East London?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
East London, South Africa

Average temperature in March - East London, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in March: 25.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (14.2°C).

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Average pressure in March
East London, South Africa

Average pressure in March - East London, South Africa
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
East London, South Africa

Average wind speed in March - East London, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in March: 18.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (20.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (16.8km/h).

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Average humidity in March
East London, South Africa

Average humidity in March - East London, South Africa
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).

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Average rainfall in March
East London, South Africa

Average rainfall in March - East London, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in March: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (14mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
East London, South Africa

Average rainfall days in March - East London, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
East London, South Africa

Average sea temperature in March - East London, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in March: 25.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (25.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (20.4°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
East London, South Africa

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - East London, South Africa
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
East London, South Africa

Average sunshine days in March - East London, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
East London, South Africa

Average UV index in March - East London, South Africa
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in March
East London, South Africa

Average cloud cover in March - East London, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in March
East London, South Africa

Average visibility in March - East London, South Africa
  • 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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East London, South Africa

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