March weather forecast
Mbabane, Swaziland

The traditional Swati huts in a village in Mbabane, Swaziland
The traditional Swati huts in a village in Mbabane, Swaziland

March

Weather in March

March in Mbabane marks a transitional period from the high rainfall season to drier conditions. Relative humidity remains at 83%, same as the previous two months, but rainfall dips significantly. The city records less rainfall with 81mm (3.19"), fostering a more suitable atmosphere for outdoor adventures. This drop in rainfall is accompanied by reduced daylight and diminishing temperature. Approaching April, the weather continues to trend towards cooler and drier conditions.

Temperature

Mbabane greets March with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25°C (77°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 15°C (59°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Mbabane are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Mbabane, during March, the rain falls for 19.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 81mm (3.19") of precipitation. In Mbabane, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.8 days and collects up to 715mm (28.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mbabane, Swaziland, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:54 SAST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?
An average high-temperature, in March, in Mbabane, is 25°C (77°F) and the average low-temperature is 15°C (59°F).
What is the most humid month?
January through March, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in March?
In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.
How many days does it rain in March?
In Mbabane, in March, it is raining for 19.6 days, with typically 81mm (3.19") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in March?
In March, the average day length is 12h and 14min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:54 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Mbabane have in March?
In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.
How high is the UV index in March?
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average temperature in March
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average high temperature in March: 25°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (26.2°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (20.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 15°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.1°C).

Average pressure in March - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average pressure in March
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average wind speed in March
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in March - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average humidity in March
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in March - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average rainfall in March
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average rainfall in March: 81mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (134mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (6mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average rainfall days in March
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average rainfall days in March: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.4 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average sunshine days in March
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.5 days).

Average UV index in March - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average UV index in March
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average cloud cover in March
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March - Mbabane, Swaziland
Average visibility in March
Mbabane, Swaziland
  • Average visibility in March: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June and August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (6km).

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