Weather in March
Temperature
January through March and December are identified as the warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).Rainfall
In Pietermaritzburg, in March, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 113mm (4.45") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123 rainfall days, and 832mm (32.76") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 12h and 16min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of March, in Pietermaritzburg, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:56 SAST.
Sunshine
January through May, September through December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Pietermaritzburg.UV index
In Pietermaritzburg, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 11. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 11 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Execute all crucial precautions. Warding off sun exposure is non-negotiable. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. It's best to limit the time spent in direct sunlight, especially if you're susceptible to sunburn. Always use sunscreen with 30 SPF or more.
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Average temperature in March
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
- Average high temperature in March: 28°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, February, March and December (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (22°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 16°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (18°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (3°C).
Average rainfall in March
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
- Average rainfall in March: 113mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (155mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in March: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Pietermaritzburg, 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: 7h
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h).
Average UV index in March
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
- Average UV index in March: 11
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
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