March weather forecast
Roodepoort, South Africa

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Weather in March

March in Roodepoort signals the transition towards autumn, but temperatures predominantly remain high, albeit cooler than February. Appetizing weather conditions persist, promoting indulgence in outdoor activities despite the slightly less daylight hours. Clear skies dominate the majority of the month, marked by the decreased cloud percentage, augmenting the beauty of the city landscapes. Moreover, a lesser number of rainy days compared to February contribute to drier conditions. Of significance is the further drop in rainfall to 40mm (1.57"), marking the continuation of a drying trend from the previous months.

Temperature

With March's arrival, Roodepoort's weather records an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.9°C (78.6°F), marking little difference from February's 27.2°C (81°F). Roodepoort, in March, experiences an average temperature of 14.7°C (58.5°F) at night.

Humidity

In Roodepoort, the average relative humidity in March is 62%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout March, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Roodepoort, there are 117.1 rainfall days, and 441mm (17.36") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of March, in Roodepoort, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:07 SAST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Roodepoort is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during March leads to these advisories:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Roodepoort?

The high-temperature, in March, in Roodepoort, is 25.9°C (78.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 14.7°C (58.5°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Roodepoort?

In Roodepoort, the average relative humidity in March is 62%.

How much does it rain in Roodepoort in March?

In Roodepoort, during March, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Roodepoort have in March?

In March, the average day length in Roodepoort is 12h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Roodepoort?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, in Roodepoort, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:07 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Roodepoort have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Roodepoort is 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Roodepoort?

In Roodepoort, South Africa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Roodepoort, South Africa

Average temperature in March - Roodepoort, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in March: 25.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (27.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (17.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 14.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Roodepoort, South Africa

Average pressure in March - Roodepoort, South Africa
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Roodepoort, South Africa

Average wind speed in March - Roodepoort, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.8km/h).

Average humidity in March
Roodepoort, South Africa

Average humidity in March - Roodepoort, South Africa
  • Average humidity in March: 62%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

Average rainfall in March
Roodepoort, South Africa

Average rainfall in March - Roodepoort, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in March: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (90mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Roodepoort, South Africa

Average rainfall days in March - Roodepoort, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.2 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Roodepoort, South Africa

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Roodepoort, South Africa
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Roodepoort, South Africa

Average sunshine days in March - Roodepoort, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Roodepoort, South Africa

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Roodepoort, South Africa

Average cloud cover in March - Roodepoort, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in March: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in March
Roodepoort, South Africa

Average visibility in March - Roodepoort, South Africa
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

Roodepoort, South Africa

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