March weather forecast
Sterkstroom, South Africa

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Sterkstroom, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.1°C (55.6°F) and 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Temperature

With the onset of March, the average high-temperature registers at a still moderately hot 25.9°C (78.6°F), subtly different from February's 27.2°C (81°F). During March, Sterkstroom reports a marked contrast from daily peak temperatures, with an average nighttime reading of 13.1°C (55.6°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Sterkstroom, South Africa, is 52%.

Rainfall

In Sterkstroom, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.2 rainfall days, and 287mm (11.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Sterkstroom, South Africa, snow does not fall in January through May, August through December.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of March, in Sterkstroom, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:10 SAST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sterkstroom in March?
The high-temperature in Sterkstroom, South Africa, during March is 25.9°C (78.6°F) and the low-temperature is 13.1°C (55.6°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Sterkstroom?
In Sterkstroom, the average relative humidity in March is 52%.
How much does it rain in Sterkstroom in March?
In Sterkstroom, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow in Sterkstroom?
January through May, August through December are months without snowfall in Sterkstroom.
How many hours of daylight does Sterkstroom have in March?
The average day length in March in Sterkstroom is 12h and 16min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Sterkstroom?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of the month, in Sterkstroom, South Africa, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:10 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Sterkstroom have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March in Sterkstroom is 9.7h.
How high is the UV index in March in Sterkstroom?
In Sterkstroom, South Africa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average temperature in March
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in March: 25.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 13.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.8°C).

Average pressure in March - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average pressure in March
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average pressure in March: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average wind speed in March
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in March - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average humidity in March
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average humidity in March: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

Average rainfall in March - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average rainfall in March
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in March: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (7mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average rainfall days in March
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in March - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average snowfall in March
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average snowfall in March: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is June (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average snowfall days in March
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are January, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average sunshine days in March
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.2 days).

Average UV index in March - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average UV index in March
Sterkstroom, 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 3).

Average cloud cover in March - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average cloud cover in March
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in March: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 17).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average visibility in March
Sterkstroom, 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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