☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 25°C
Yes! Average temperatures of 25°C make it pleasantly warm and ideal for sun-seekers. Cape Town in March has an average air temperature of 25°C with sea temperatures around 18°C. You can expect 9 hours of sunshine per day and 15mm of rainfall, which means minimal rainfall — mostly dry and sunny.
At 18°C the sea is quite cold. A wetsuit is recommended if you plan to swim. With 9 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
Cape Town is one of the top warm destinations for March holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Cape Town stacks up against similar destinations in March:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Town | 25°C | 18°C | 15mm | 9h |
| Cape Verde | 24°C | 22°C | 0mm | 9h |
| Dubai | 24°C | 23°C | 10mm | 9h |
| Hawaii | 26°C | 24°C | 50mm | 8h |
| Hurghada | 24°C | 22°C | 1mm | 10h |
| Miami | 26°C | 25°C | 55mm | 9h |
See how Cape Town's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Cape Town in March has average temperatures of 25°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 18°C.
The sea at 18°C is cold — a wetsuit is recommended.
Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
March is an excellent time to visit Cape Town with warm weather and 9 hours of daily sunshine.
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