March weather forecast
Somerset East, South Africa

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Somerset East, is still a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°C (83.5°F) and 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Temperature

Somerset East, South Africa, observes an average high-temperature of a warm 28.6°C (83.5°F) in March, barely different from 30.3°C (86.5°F) in February. In Somerset East, an average low-temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F) is recorded during March nights.

Heat index

March's average heat index is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Uninterrupted exposure and activity might result in fatigue, potentially causing heat cramps.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.

Humidity

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 58%, are the most humid months in Somerset East.

Rainfall

In Somerset East, South Africa, during March, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation. In Somerset East, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.8 days and collects up to 181mm (7.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Somerset East, South Africa, is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:14 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Somerset East is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Somerset East is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during March leads to these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Resources | Updated: Jan 25, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Somerset East in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 28.6°C (83.5°F) and 16.8°C (62.2°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in March is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

What are the most humid months in Somerset East?

The months with the highest humidity in Somerset East are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 58%.

What is the average humidity in March in Somerset East?

In March, the average relative humidity in Somerset East, South Africa, is 58%.

How much does it rain in Somerset East in March?

In Somerset East, in March, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Somerset East?

In March, the average day length in Somerset East, South Africa, is 12h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Somerset East?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:14 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in March in Somerset East?

The average sunshine duration in March in Somerset East, South Africa, is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Somerset East?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Somerset East, South Africa, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Somerset East, South Africa

Average temperature in March - Somerset East, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in March: 28.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (19.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.5°C).

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Average pressure in March
Somerset East, South Africa

Average pressure in March - Somerset East, South Africa
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Somerset East, South Africa

Average wind speed in March - Somerset East, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (11km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Somerset East, South Africa

Average humidity in March - Somerset East, South Africa
  • Average humidity in March: 58%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

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Average rainfall in March
Somerset East, South Africa

Average rainfall in March - Somerset East, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in March: 25mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and February (28mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (5mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Somerset East, South Africa

Average rainfall days in March - Somerset East, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.6 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Somerset East, South Africa

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Somerset East, South Africa
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Somerset East, South Africa

Average sunshine days in March - Somerset East, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Somerset East, South Africa

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Somerset East, South Africa

Average cloud cover in March - Somerset East, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in March: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in March
Somerset East, South Africa

Average visibility in March - Somerset East, 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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