March weather forecast
Nelspruit, South Africa

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Weather in March

As March steps in, the city experiences a welcome dip in temperature. The reduced humidity from 79% in February to 78% in March indicates the onset of a drier season. The rainfall drops noticeably to 52mm (2.05"), almost 30% less compared to February. The difference in weather patterns from the preceding February can be observed in lesser cloud cover. March marks the end of heavy rainfall and stages the arrival of relatively drier months ahead.

Temperature

The advent of March presents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.9°C (80.4°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. In Nelspruit, in March, the average low-temperature is a mild 15.2°C (59.4°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Nelspruit, during March, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.6 rainfall days, and 458mm (18.03") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Nelspruit, South Africa, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:55 SAST.

Sunshine

In Nelspruit, the average sunshine in March is 9h.

UV index

In Nelspruit, South Africa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Nelspruit?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Nelspruit, South Africa, are 26.9°C (80.4°F) and 15.2°C (59.4°F) respectively. In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Nelspruit?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in Nelspruit in March?

In March, in Nelspruit, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout March, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In Nelspruit, the average day length in March is 12h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Nelspruit?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:55 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Nelspruit have in March?

In Nelspruit, the average sunshine duration in March is 9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Nelspruit?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average temperature in March - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in March: 26.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 15.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (17.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (8.2°C).

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Average pressure in March
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average pressure in March - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average wind speed in March - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (7.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (5.8km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average humidity in March - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

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Average rainfall in March
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average rainfall in March - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in March: 52mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average rainfall days in March - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average sunshine days in March - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Nelspruit, South Africa

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average cloud cover in March - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in March
Nelspruit, South Africa

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

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

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