Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The average high-temperature during March registers at a still moderately hot 24.6°C (76.3°F), closely corresponding to the preceding month. During March, Port Elizabeth experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 18.6°C (65.5°F).Humidity
In Port Elizabeth, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.Rainfall
March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Port Elizabeth, the average seawater temperature in March is 21.9°C (71.4°F).Note: For most individuals, swimming in 21.9°C (71.4°F) is not a pleasant experience. The difficulty in managing breathing increases as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 12h and 17min.On the first day of March in Port Elizabeth, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:14 SAST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March in Port Elizabeth is 8.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are March through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take note! Sand and water reflections strengthen the Sun's UV exposure.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in March
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average high temperature in March: 24.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.7°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 18.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (13.3°C).
Average pressure in March
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average pressure in March: 1015.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average wind speed in March: 17.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (20.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (16.4km/h).
Average humidity in March
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).
Average rainfall in March
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average rainfall in March: 33mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (33mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (21mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7.8 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average sea temperature in March: 21.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (22.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (18.5°C).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 2min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).
Average UV index in March
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average UV index in March: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in March
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in March: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in March
Port Elizabeth, 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).
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
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