March weather forecast
Windhoek, Namibia

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The monument of the first president of Namibia near the Lutheran Christ Church in Windhoek, Namibia
The monument of the first president of Namibia near the Lutheran Christ Church in Windhoek, Namibia

Weather in March

Entering March, the warm, wet weather persists but takes a downward shift compared to February. Evident in the decrease of rain from 102mm (4.02") to 54mm (2.13"), the city begins to dry out with less dense cloud cover. Nevertheless, Windhoek retains some of its verdant scenery thanks to the moisture, turning March into an excellent time to marvel at Namibia's natural landscapes. The humidity, while modestly lowered, remains relatively higher than other month’s averages. Looking into April, a further decline in rain and a slight cooldown paint the forecast.

Temperature

Windhoek experiences a minor change to a still warm 26.4°C (79.5°F) in average high-temperature during March, closely reflecting February. During March, Windhoek records an average temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F) at night.

Humidity

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 51%.

Rainfall

In Windhoek, in March, during 15 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 80.2 rainfall days, and 304mm (11.97") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Windhoek, Namibia, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:52 CAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In Windhoek, in March, the average high-temperature is 26.4°C (79.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 15.7°C (60.3°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 51%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Windhoek, the average relative humidity in March is 51%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Windhoek, in March, during 15 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Windhoek have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Windhoek, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:52 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In Windhoek, Namibia, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Windhoek, Namibia

Average temperature in March - Windhoek, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in March: 26.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are October and November (29.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 15.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (18.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6°C).

Average pressure in March
Windhoek, Namibia

Average pressure in March - Windhoek, Namibia
  • Average pressure in March: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Windhoek, Namibia

Average wind speed in March - Windhoek, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Windhoek, Namibia

Average humidity in March - Windhoek, Namibia
  • Average humidity in March: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (51%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (19%).

Average rainfall in March
Windhoek, Namibia

Average rainfall in March - Windhoek, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in March: 54mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (102mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Windhoek, Namibia

Average rainfall days in March - Windhoek, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Windhoek, Namibia

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Windhoek, Namibia
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Windhoek, Namibia

Average sunshine days in March - Windhoek, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Windhoek, Namibia

Average UV index in March - Windhoek, Namibia
  • 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 June and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Windhoek, Namibia

Average cloud cover in March - Windhoek, Namibia
  • Average cloud cover in March: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in March
Windhoek, Namibia

Average visibility in March - Windhoek, Namibia
  • 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).

Windhoek, Namibia

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