Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Mthatha, South Africa, during March is characterized by an average temperature of 19°C (67°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (91°F), while lows may dip to 11°C (51°F). Typically, the humidity level in Mthatha throughout March hovers around 89%.
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In March, Mthatha averages 127 mm (5.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 16 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 14 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 31 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 37% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In March, the UV Index in Mthatha reaches a maximum of 12, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||