Mthatha in March
6.8out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 25°C. Very wet: about 16 rainy days.
25°CAvg high
15°CAvg low
16Rainy days (120 mm)
12:14 hDaylight
06:08Sunrise · 18:21 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 25°C
- Very wet: about 16 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in March varies a lot between years (±3.3 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C | 15°C | 146 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.3 |
| February | 26°C | 16°C | 131 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.7 |
| March | 25°C | 15°C | 120 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.8 |
| April | 23°C | 12°C | 75 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| May | 22°C | 9°C | 27 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| June | 20°C | 6°C | 24 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.3 |
| July | 20°C | 6°C | 22 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.4 |
| August | 21°C | 7°C | 32 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.3 |
| September | 23°C | 9°C | 56 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| October | 22°C | 11°C | 96 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.1 |
| November | 23°C | 12°C | 130 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.7 |
| December | 24°C | 14°C | 140 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Mthatha in March?
Daytime highs average 25°C and nights about 15°C.
When is the best time to visit Mthatha?
The best months are May, July, June, August.