Weather in Cape Town in March
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.
Climate Overview
March is an excellent time to visit Cape Town. Cape Town has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 26°C, lows of 16°C, and approximately 1 rainy days per month.
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Is March a good time to visit Cape Town?
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.
Daylight
6:46 AM
7:06 PM
Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C | 17°C | 4 | Excellent (best) |
| February | 29°C | 17°C | 2 | Excellent (best) |
| March | 26°C | 16°C | 1 | Excellent (best) |
| April | 23°C | 13°C | 5 | Good |
| May | 22°C | 12°C | 7 | Good |
| June | 19°C | 10°C | 8 | Good |
| July | 18°C | 9°C | 7 | Good |
| August | 16°C | 8°C | 12 | Good |
| September | 18°C | 10°C | 8 | Good |
| October | 21°C | 12°C | 5 | Good |
| November | 23°C | 14°C | 8 | Excellent (best) |
| December | 25°C | 16°C | 1 | Excellent (best) |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for March
Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
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Common Questions
Is March a good time to visit Cape Town? +
March is typically Excellent for visiting Cape Town, with average highs of 26°C and around 1 rainy days.
What should I pack for Cape Town in March? +
With highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
Does it rain a lot in Cape Town in March? +
Cape Town typically sees around 1 rainy days in March.
How many hours of daylight are there in Cape Town in March? +
In March, Cape Town gets approximately 12.3 hours of daylight per day.
Is March peak season in Cape Town? +
Yes, March is peak season in Cape Town. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.
What is the best month to visit Cape Town? +
The best months to visit Cape Town are November, December, January, February, March, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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