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March is an excellent month in Maputsoe

Climate Overview

Maputsoe, Lesotho in March has warm conditions, with highs averaging 23.7°C (75°F). Rain falls on about 13 days this month. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the beginning of Autumn.

Daily highs in March gradually drop from around 25°C (77°F) at the start to 23°C (73°F) by month's end.

March sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 101 mm across the month.

Expect around 10.9h of sunshine at the start of March, decreasing to 10.3h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 5th, averaging 25.6°C (78°F).

Compared to February, this month is about 1°C cooler with 2 fewer rainy days. Temperatures begin dropping heading into April.

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Monthly March Averages

Temperature
24°C / 11°C
Feels Like
24°C / 11°C
Rain
13 days · 101 mm
Sunshine
10.5h / day
Humidity
69% — Humid
Wind
12 km/h
Wind Direction
NNE (21°)
Gusts
32 km/h
Daylight
12.2 h
Cloud Cover
39%
Clear Sky Days
9.1
UV Index
8.1 — Very High
Dew Point
12°C — Comfortable
Moon Phase
First Quarter · 46%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Sunshine

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Sun Position
Sunrise 06:10
Daylight 12.3h
Sunset 18:28

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 14°C
Feels Like
27°C / 14°C
Rain
17days (154 mm) Wet
Sun
11.5h Excellent
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
9.8 Very High
February best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 13°C
Feels Like
26°C / 13°C
Rain
15days (143 mm) Wet
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
8.9 Very High
March best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 11°C
Feels Like
24°C / 11°C
Rain
13days (101 mm) Wet
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
8.1 Very High
April
Good
Temp
20°C / 8°C
Feels Like
19°C / 6°C
Rain
11days (117 mm) Wet
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
6.2 High
May
Fair
Temp
18°C / 3°C
Feels Like
15°C / 1°C
Rain
4days (27 mm) Good
Sun
9.5h Good
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
5.2 High
June
Fair
Temp
15°C / 0°C
Feels Like
12°C / -4°C
Rain
2days (15 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
61% Muggy
UV
4.5 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
July
Fair
Temp
15°C / -1°C
Feels Like
11°C / -5°C
Rain
3days (12 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
55% Moderate
UV
4.9 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
August
Good
Temp
18°C / 2°C
Feels Like
15°C / -2°C
Rain
3days (20 mm) Excellent
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
49% Moderate
UV
6 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 6°C
Feels Like
20°C / 3°C
Rain
5days (39 mm) Good
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
46% Moderate
UV
7.2 Very High
October best
Good
Temp
24°C / 9°C
Feels Like
23°C / 7°C
Rain
8days (80 mm) Wet
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
51% Moderate
UV
8.5 Very High
November
Good
Temp
25°C / 11°C
Feels Like
24°C / 10°C
Rain
14days (152 mm) Wet
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
60% Moderate
UV
9.3 Very High
December
Wet
Temp
25°C / 13°C
Feels Like
26°C / 12°C
Rain
19days (169 mm) Wet
Sun
11.7h Excellent
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
9.5 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January best 26°C / 14°C 27°C / 14°C 17days (154 mm) Wet 11.5h Excellent 67% Muggy 9.8 Very High Excellent View Details
February best 25°C / 13°C 26°C / 13°C 15days (143 mm) Wet 10.8h Excellent 71% Muggy 8.9 Very High Excellent View Details
March best 24°C / 11°C 24°C / 11°C 13days (101 mm) Wet 10.5h Excellent 69% Muggy 8.1 Very High Excellent View Details
April 20°C / 8°C 19°C / 6°C 11days (117 mm) Wet 9.3h Good 72% Muggy 6.2 High Good View Details
May 18°C / 3°C 15°C / 1°C 4days (27 mm) Good 9.5h Good 65% Muggy 5.2 High Fair View Details
June 15°C / 0°C 12°C / -4°C 2days (15 mm) Excellent 9.2h Good 61% Muggy 4.5 Moderate Fair View Details
July 15°C / -1°C 11°C / -5°C 3days (12 mm) Excellent 9.4h Good 55% Moderate 4.9 Moderate Fair View Details
August 18°C / 2°C 15°C / -2°C 3days (20 mm) Excellent 10h Excellent 49% Moderate 6 High Good View Details
September best 23°C / 6°C 20°C / 3°C 5days (39 mm) Good 10.7h Excellent 46% Moderate 7.2 Very High Excellent View Details
October best 24°C / 9°C 23°C / 7°C 8days (80 mm) Wet 11.2h Excellent 51% Moderate 8.5 Very High Good View Details
November 25°C / 11°C 24°C / 10°C 14days (152 mm) Wet 11.3h Excellent 60% Moderate 9.3 Very High Good View Details
December 25°C / 13°C 26°C / 12°C 19days (169 mm) Wet 11.7h Excellent 65% Muggy 9.5 Very High Wet View Details

What to Wear

Dress in layers — a mix of long sleeves, light sweaters, and a versatile jacket works best for changeable conditions.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm evening layerUmbrellaWaterproof jacketSunscreen (SPF 30+)SunglassesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

March is typically excellent for visiting Maputsoe, with average highs of 24°C (75°F) and around 13 rainy days. Maputsoe, Lesotho in March has warm conditions, with highs averaging 23.7°C (75°F). Rain falls on about 13 days this mon
Maputsoe typically sees around 13 rainy days in March with 101 mm (4 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights in Maputsoe during March are cool at around 11°C (53°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 24°C (75°F) and lows of 11°C (53°F) in March, we recommend: Warm evening layer, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, March offers some of the best weather conditions in Maputsoe with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Maputsoe during March is 8 (very high). Strong sun protection is essential — SPF 50+, protective clothing, and avoid prolonged outdoor exposure during peak hours.
Maputsoe gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in March, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Maputsoe during March based on 10-year climate averages.

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