March · Botswana
Best time to visit Maun in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Maun in March
Average temperature 27°C, 87 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 51% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
6.4/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 87 mm
- Humidity
- 51%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
March in Maun scores 6.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 87 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Maun is the launch point for the Okavango Delta, where mokoro trips and light aircraft reach the channels.
March in Maun — middling scores, decent value
Days in March average 27°C (81°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 87 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.1 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 6.4/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 9.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Maun — 3.1 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Maun in March?
- In March, Maun averages 27°C, 87 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Maun?
- March earns a 6.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Maun in March?
- Expect about 87 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 51% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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