March Weather in Newcastle

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Newcastle, South Africa, during March is characterized by an average temperature of 20°C (69°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (89°F), while lows may dip to 11°C (52°F). Typically, the humidity level in Newcastle throughout March hovers around 77%.

11°C (52°F)

Minimum temperature

20°C (69°F)

Average temperature

32°C (89°F)

Maximum temperature

77%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In March, Newcastle averages 101 mm (4.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 12 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 4 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 62% probability of sunny days during this period.

101 mm (4.0 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 4 minutes

Sunshine hours

62%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In March, the UV Index in Newcastle reaches a maximum of 13, 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.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
UVI 1 3 6 9 12 13 12 10 6 3 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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