March weather forecast
Leydsdorp, South Africa

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a tropical month in Leydsdorp, South Africa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.3°C (68.5°F) and an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

Upon the onset of March, Leydsdorp witnesses an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Leydsdorp records an average low-temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) throughout the month of March.

Heat index

The heat index for March is calculated to be a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Leydsdorp, the average relative humidity in March is 68%.

Rainfall

In March, in Leydsdorp, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout March, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 443mm (17.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

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 17:57 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Leydsdorp is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is March?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 20.3°C (68.5°F) respectively. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 36°C (96.8°F).
What is the average humidity in March?
In Leydsdorp, the average relative humidity in March is 68%.
How much does it rain in March?
In Leydsdorp, in March, during 17.3 rainfall days, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Leydsdorp have in March?
In Leydsdorp, the average day length in March is 12h and 13min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
On the first day of March in Leydsdorp, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:57 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Leydsdorp have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 9.1h.
What is the UV index reading in March?
In Leydsdorp, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Leydsdorp, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in March: 30.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.9°C).

Average pressure in March
Leydsdorp, South Africa
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Leydsdorp, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.5km/h).

Average humidity in March
Leydsdorp, South Africa
  • Average humidity in March: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (50%).

Average rainfall in March
Leydsdorp, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in March: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Leydsdorp, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.4 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Leydsdorp, South Africa
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Leydsdorp, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Leydsdorp, South Africa
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Leydsdorp, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March
Leydsdorp, South Africa
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, April and December (9km).

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