March · Namibia
Best time to visit Windhoek in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Windhoek in March
Average temperature 22°C, 83 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 51% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
9.0/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 83 mm
- Humidity
- 51%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Windhoek scores 9.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 22°C, 83 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Windhoek's German-era buildings, markets and beer gardens sit on Namibia's central plateau.
March is one of the strongest months in Windhoek (5th)
Trail conditions at 22°C (72°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in March; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
Budget for roughly 83 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.2 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Windhoek at 9/10 (5th of 12), just behind April at 9.7/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Windhoek in March?
- In March, Windhoek averages 22°C, 83 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.0/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Windhoek?
- March earns a 9.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Windhoek in March?
- Expect about 83 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 51% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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