March weather forecast
Letsitele, South Africa

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a hot month in Letsitele, South Africa, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.3°C (68.5°F) and max 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

March observes an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), marking an insignificant difference from February's 31.2°C (88.2°F). Letsitele records an average low-temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) throughout the month of March.

Heat index

March's heat index is calculated to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In Letsitele, in March, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 47mm (1.85") of accumulated precipitation. In Letsitele, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.3 days and collects up to 443mm (17.44") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:58 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.