Johannesburg weather in March

March in Johannesburg: nice, a little rain — one of the best months to visit.

#2 of 12 months in Johannesburg · #24 of 604 destinations to visit in March · comfort 92/100 (tier S)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Johannesburg climate normals — March

Daytime high24°C / 74°F😎 nice
Nighttime low13°C / 55°F
Feels like (high)23°C / 73°F
Rainfall55 mm / 2.2 in🌦 some rain
Rainy days10 days
Humidity69%💧 humid
Dew point11°C / 52°F
Sunshine10.2 h/day
Daylight12.2 h
Wind15 km/h / 9 mph
Air quality (US AQI)73🙂 moderate

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Johannesburg in March — FAQ

Is March a good time to visit Johannesburg?
March in Johannesburg: nice, a little rain — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #2 of 12 months for Johannesburg on SeasonMap's comfort score (92/100).
What is the weather like in Johannesburg in March?
In March, Johannesburg averages a daily high of 23.5°C and a low of 12.7°C, with about 55 mm of rain over roughly 9.8 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Johannesburg in March?
Johannesburg has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 73 in March.

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