Monthly climate guide
Newcastle weather in March
With highs near 29°C (83°F) and lows around 14°C (57°F), March feels hot in Newcastle. Rainfall averages about 80 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as February and 4°C warmer than April.
What stands out in March
- It's wetter than a typical month in Newcastle — roughly 47% more rain than average.
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 15°C apart.
- Newcastle is usually about 2°C warmer than Pietermaritzburg, 210 km away, in March.
- Seasonally, March counts as early autumn in Newcastle — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
Avg high
29°C
83°F
Avg low
14°C
57°F
Rainfall
80 mm
some rain
Humidity
65%
relative
Sky
56%
cloud · often cloudy
Newcastle weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 86°F | 15°C / 60°F | 104 mm | 65% | 63% |
| February | 30°C / 85°F | 15°C / 59°F | 84 mm | 66% | 61% |
| March | 29°C / 83°F | 14°C / 57°F | 80 mm | 65% | 56% |
| April | 25°C / 77°F | 11°C / 51°F | 40 mm | 64% | 47% |
| May | 23°C / 74°F | 8°C / 47°F | 15 mm | 56% | 29% |
| June | 20°C / 69°F | 5°C / 41°F | 6 mm | 51% | 19% |
| July | 20°C / 68°F | 5°C / 40°F | 15 mm | 51% | 20% |
| August | 24°C / 75°F | 7°C / 44°F | 14 mm | 47% | 24% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 10°C / 50°F | 35 mm | 47% | 33% |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 11°C / 53°F | 63 mm | 54% | 48% |
| November | 30°C / 86°F | 13°C / 55°F | 84 mm | 58% | 60% |
| December | 30°C / 87°F | 15°C / 59°F | 112 mm | 63% | 68% |
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is March a good time to visit Newcastle?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Newcastle →Other South Africa cities in March
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Newcastle in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Newcastle?
March is a reasonable time for Newcastle: highs around 29°C and about 80 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Newcastle in March?
Average highs are about 29°C (83°F) and average lows about 14°C (57°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Newcastle in March?
Newcastle typically gets around 80 mm of rain in March — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Newcastle (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.