March weather forecast
Piet Plessis, South Africa

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a warm month in Piet Plessis, South Africa, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°C (84°F) and 17.7°C (63.9°F).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Piet Plessis's average high-temperature clocks in at a warm 28.9°C (84°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 17.7°C (63.9°F) is expected.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F). One might feel worn out with persistent exposure and activity, resulting in heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 45%.

Rainfall

In Piet Plessis, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation. In Piet Plessis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 67.5 days and collects up to 204mm (8.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:21 SAST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during March translates into the following guidance:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. 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 it in Piet Plessis in March?
An average high-temperature, in March, in Piet Plessis, is 28.9°C (84°F) and the average low-temperature is 17.7°C (63.9°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in March?
The average relative humidity in March is 45%.
How much does it rain in March?
In Piet Plessis, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Piet Plessis have in March?
In Piet Plessis, the average day length in March is 12h and 14min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:21 SAST.
How long on average sun shines in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 9.7h.
What is the UV index reading in March?
In Piet Plessis, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March - Piet Plessis, South Africa
Average temperature in March
Piet Plessis, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in March: 28.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (31.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (18.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 17.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (21°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.4°C).

Average pressure in March - Piet Plessis, South Africa
Average pressure in March
Piet Plessis, South Africa
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Piet Plessis, South Africa
Average wind speed in March
Piet Plessis, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (17.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (12.2km/h).

Average humidity in March - Piet Plessis, South Africa
Average humidity in March
Piet Plessis, South Africa
  • Average humidity in March: 45%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and April (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (25%).

Average rainfall in March - Piet Plessis, South Africa
Average rainfall in March
Piet Plessis, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in March: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (36mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Piet Plessis, South Africa
Average rainfall days in March
Piet Plessis, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (10.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.9 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Piet Plessis, South Africa
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Piet Plessis, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March - Piet Plessis, South Africa
Average sunshine days in March
Piet Plessis, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.3 days).

Average UV index in March - Piet Plessis, South Africa
Average UV index in March
Piet Plessis, South Africa
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March - Piet Plessis, South Africa
Average cloud cover in March
Piet Plessis, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in March: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 19).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in March - Piet Plessis, South Africa
Average visibility in March
Piet Plessis, 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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