March weather forecast
Mafeteng, Lesotho

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Weather in March

Moving further into the year, local and international visitors in Mafeteng can expect cooler average temperatures when compared to February. Matched with a slight decrease in rainfall and decent sunlight hours, March paves the way for pleasant weather conditions. Despite being a comparatively cooler month, it doesn't hold back on delivering clear and sunny days. March is remembered for its low gust wind speed of 14.4km/h (8.9mph), contributing to the pleasantness of the weather. As the area heads into April, temperatures continue to drop further, indicating the arrival of cooler months.

Temperature

March in Mafeteng, Lesotho, observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.3°C (77.5°F), marking an insignificant difference from February's 26.3°C (79.3°F). Nighttime temperatures exhibit a substantial dip from daytime highs during March, averaging at a cool 12.9°C (55.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Mafeteng, Lesotho, is 54%.

Rainfall

In Mafeteng, during March, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.2 rainfall days, and 417mm (16.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, July through December are months without snowfall in Mafeteng.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Mafeteng is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of March, in Mafeteng, Lesotho, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:08 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Mafeteng is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Mafeteng?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) and a low-temperature of 12.9°C (55.2°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Mafeteng?

The average relative humidity in March is 54%.

How much does it rain in Mafeteng in March?

In Mafeteng, Lesotho, during March, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Mafeteng?

In Mafeteng, Lesotho, snow does not fall in January through May, July through December.

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

In Mafeteng, the average day length in March is 12h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Mafeteng?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:08 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in March in Mafeteng?

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Mafeteng?

In Mafeteng, Lesotho, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average temperature in March - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average high temperature in March: 25.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 12.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average pressure in March - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average wind speed in March - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average humidity in March - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average humidity in March: 54%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and April (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (33%).

Average rainfall in March
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average rainfall in March - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall in March: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (6mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in March - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average snowfall in March - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall in March: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is June (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in March - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • 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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average sunshine days in March - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average UV index in March - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • 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 May, June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in March - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • Average cloud cover in March: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in March
Mafeteng, Lesotho

Average visibility in March - Mafeteng, Lesotho
  • 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).

Mafeteng, Lesotho

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