Temperatures in March
It's warm in March in Polokwane with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 17°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Polokwane in March. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of March
The month of March starts in Polokwane with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 17°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-March
By mid-March, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 28°C, with nights close to 17°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Polokwane will be around 27°C, with nights close to 16°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in March
In March, there is an average of 36 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The precipitation chance averages 17% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in March for Polokwane. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Polokwane in March |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 11°C | |
 High Temp |
29°C | 14°C | |
| Low Temp |
25°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
36 mm | 55 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
5 days | 9 days | |
February
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is March a good time to visit Polokwane?
Want nice weather? Then March is a great time to be in Polokwane. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Polokwane in March
With 34°C, Polokwane hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in March 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 9°C to a high of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in Polokwane
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in March in Polokwane, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in March in Polokwane
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Polokwane, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect around 5 days of rain in Polokwane.
Daily UV Index in March in Polokwane
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Polokwane, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in March in Polokwane Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Polokwane, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in March in Polokwane Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Polokwane, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in March for Polokwane
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Average Weather in Polokwane by Month
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