March · Botswana
Best time to visit Okavango Delta in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Okavango Delta in March
Average temperature 27°C, 108 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 53% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
6.2/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 108 mm
- Humidity
- 53%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
March in Okavango Delta scores 6.2/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 108 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Okavango Delta spreads a maze of channels and islands where the river ends in the Kalahari sand.
March in Okavango Delta — workable with trade-offs
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.
108 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 6.2/10 on the same scale — 11th 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 proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Okavango Delta — 3.3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Okavango Delta in March?
- In March, Okavango Delta averages 27°C, 108 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.2/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Okavango Delta?
- March earns a 6.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Okavango Delta in March?
- Expect about 108 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 53% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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