Cape Town in March
In March, Cape Town averages 25°C (77°F) during the day and 14°C (57°F) at night, with around 5 days of rain (20 mm total).
High seasonConditions are comfortable for sightseeing without being sweltering. Occasional showers are likely but won't dominate.
March is a great month to visit Cape Town: pleasant temperatures and relatively few wet days.
How March compares to the rest of the year in Cape Town
March is one of the warmest months in Cape Town (3rd of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (8th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 3°C above the annual average (22°C). March runs 2°C cooler than February (27°C) and cools 2°C in April (23°C).
March sunrise & sunset in Cape Town
Times shown for Cape Town local time (Africa/Johannesburg), calculated for the 15th of March. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.
Photography light in Cape Town — March
Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of March, in Cape Town's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).
📅 When to book — Cape Town in March
Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on March's tier (High season) and Cape Town's popularity.
Crowds & pricing — March in Cape Town
This is a busy month in Cape Town — not the absolute peak, but tourist numbers are clearly elevated. You'll feel it at headline attractions on weekends and in the historic centre, though side streets and lesser-known sights stay manageable. Prices are above off-season but not at their summit. A good week for first-time visitors who want everything open without the worst of the crush.
Why this tier: excellent tourism weather
Sun & mosquito risk — March in Cape Town
UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.
Sea temperature in Cape Town — March
Cape Town's sea temperature barely shifts through the year — within 1.6°C of itself, month to month.
Cape Town in other months
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C / 79°F | 16°C / 61°F | 15 mm | 4 | — |
| February | 27°C / 81°F | 16°C / 61°F | 17 mm | 4 | — |
| March | 25°C / 77°F | 14°C / 57°F | 20 mm | 5 | — |
| April | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 54°F | 41 mm | 8 | — |
| May | 20°C / 68°F | 9°C / 48°F | 69 mm | 10 | — |
| June | 18°C / 64°F | 8°C / 46°F | 93 mm | 11 | — |
| July | 17°C / 63°F | 7°C / 45°F | 82 mm | 12 | — |
| August | 18°C / 64°F | 8°C / 46°F | 77 mm | 11 | — |
| September | 19°C / 66°F | 9°C / 48°F | 40 mm | 8 | — |
| October | 21°C / 70°F | 11°C / 52°F | 30 mm | 7 | — |
| November | 24°C / 75°F | 13°C / 55°F | 14 mm | 5 | — |
| December | 25°C / 77°F | 15°C / 59°F | 17 mm | 4 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Cape Town in March?
In March, Cape Town averages a high of 25°C (77°F) and a low of 14°C (57°F) — generally warm.
Does it rain a lot in Cape Town in March?
March sees occasional rain in Cape Town, with about 5 rainy days on average.
Is March a good time to visit Cape Town?
March is warm and mostly dry. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.
What should I pack for Cape Town in March?
Pack light layers for warm days and cooler evenings. See the full March packing list for Cape Town for a complete, climate-based checklist.
Check the live 10-day forecast and sunrise/sunset.