Weather in Cape Town for March 2026
Until now, March 2026 in Cape Town has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 26.3 °C (showing only a slight deviation of 0.5 °C).
Expect cooler weather in the next days in Cape Town with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 23.2 °C, lower than the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Cape Town at the beginning of March is 25.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 23.1 °C by the end of March.
The climate of Cape Town in March is notably wet, with an average of 12 rainy days, and a total of 46.6 mm of precipitation.
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Cape Town Weather March
Temperatures trend during March in Cape Town
March weather in Cape Town day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mar. |  Sunny | 26° /17° | 1.4 mm | 7 | |
| 2 Mar. |  Partly cloudy | 27° /17° | 0.4 mm | 8 | |
| 3 Mar. | Sunny | 26° /16° | 0.4 mm | 7 | |
| 4 Mar. |  Overcast | 24° /16° | 3.1 mm | 7 | |
| 5 Mar. | Sunny | 26° /16° | 8.9 mm | 8 | |
| 6 Mar. |  Patchy rain possible | 25° /16° | 0.8 mm | 7 | |
| 7 Mar. | Partly cloudy | 24° /16° | 0.7 mm | 7 | |
| 8 Mar. | Sunny | 26° /16° | 0.6 mm | 7 | |
| 9 Mar. | Sunny | 25° /16° | 2.1 mm | 7 | |
| 10 Mar. | Sunny | 26° /16° | 4.2 mm | 7 | |
| 11 Mar. | Sunny | 28° /18° | 0.9 mm | 7 | |
| 12 Mar. | Sunny | 27° /17° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 13 Mar. | Sunny | 25° /16° | 0.7 mm | 7 | |
| 14 Mar. | Partly cloudy | 26° /16° | 0.2 mm | 7 | |
| 15 Mar. | Sunny | 26° /19° | 0 mm | 2.1 | |
| 16 Mar. | Sunny | 23° /19° | 0 mm | 1.8 | |
| 17 Mar. | Sunny | 23° /19° | 0 mm | 2.2 | |
| 18 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 21° /19° | 0.3 mm | 5 | |
| 19 Mar. | Sunny | 26° /18° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 20 Mar. | Partly cloudy | 24° /19° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 21 Mar. | Sunny | 21° /18° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 22 Mar. | Sunny | 23° /17° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 23 Mar. | Sunny | 22° /17° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 24 Mar. | Sunny | 22° /18° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 25 Mar. | Sunny | 25° /17° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 26 Mar. | Sunny | 24° /18° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 27 Mar. | Sunny | 23° /18° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 28 Mar. | Sunny | 22° /18° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 29 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 23° /15° | 1.5 mm | 6 | |
| 30 Mar. | Sunny | 23° /15° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
| 31 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 22° /15° | 0.4 mm | 6 | |
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Cape Town in March - FAQ
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Cape Town water temperatures in March
The average water temperature of the Atlantic Ocean near Cape Town in March is 16.6 °C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent throughout the month.
- What is the water temperature in Cape Town in March?
- The average water temperature in Cape Town in March is 16.6 °C.
- Can you swim in Cape Town in March?
- Brisk: quick dips and active swimming are fine, but pack a 2–3 mm spring suit if you plan longer sessions or early-morning outings.
March rainfall patterns in Cape Town
UV exposure in Cape Town during March
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