March weather forecast
Estcourt, South Africa

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Weather in March

The rain eases even further in March, bringing about a noticeable shift in weather. The slight decrease in temperature, rainfall, and humidity is in line with the transition from summer to autumn. Being part of the shoulder season, Estcourt gets to enjoy moderating conditions. Days see less sun though; the average falls to 9.4 hours of sunshine. Pressure hovers around 1017.3mb, offering relatively stable conditions.

Temperature

The shift to March signals an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.5°C (77.9°F), subtly varied from February's 26.6°C (79.9°F). March nights in Estcourt see a notable contrast from daytime highs, with the nighttime temperature averaging at a cool 12.4°C (54.3°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Estcourt, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout March, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated. In Estcourt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.1 days and collects up to 409mm (16.1") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:58 SAST.

Sunshine

In Estcourt, the average sunshine in March is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Estcourt is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during March translates into these guidelines:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Estcourt?

During March, Estcourt experiences an average high-temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F) and a low-temperature of 12.4°C (54.3°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Estcourt?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Estcourt?

In March, in Estcourt, South Africa, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout March, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Estcourt have in March?

In March, the average day length in Estcourt, South Africa, is 12h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Estcourt?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, in Estcourt, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:58 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in March in Estcourt?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Estcourt, South Africa, is 9.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Estcourt?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Estcourt, South Africa

Average temperature in March - Estcourt, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in March: 25.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (18°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 12.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (5.1°C).

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Average pressure in March
Estcourt, South Africa

Average pressure in March - Estcourt, South Africa
  • Average pressure in March: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1014.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Estcourt, South Africa

Average wind speed in March - Estcourt, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are October and November (8.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (6.3km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Estcourt, South Africa

Average humidity in March - Estcourt, South Africa
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

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Average rainfall in March
Estcourt, South Africa

Average rainfall in March - Estcourt, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in March: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (71mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (4mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Estcourt, South Africa

Average rainfall days in March - Estcourt, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.2 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Estcourt, South Africa

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

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Estcourt, South Africa

Average sunshine days in March - Estcourt, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Estcourt, South Africa

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

The months with the highest UV index are January and November (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in March
Estcourt, South Africa

Average cloud cover in March - Estcourt, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in March: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in March
Estcourt, South Africa

Average visibility in March - Estcourt, South Africa
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (8km).

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