March weather forecast
Zaria, Nigeria

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Weather in March

Shifting towards March, Zaria presents a slight increase in rainfall and humidity. Witnessing a minor drop, the temperature finally eases up, reaching a peak level of 37.9°C (100.2°F). Despite the very marginal increase in rainfall, the city witnesses a virtually continuous sunshine all-throughout the month. The wind speed slows down as the weather transitions towards a warmer period. A navigated glance at the weather impressions for March reaffirms the compelling difference it offers compared with the preceding months.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in March in Zaria, Nigeria, at a still fiery hot 37.9°C (100.2°F), reveals a modest deviation from February's 35.4°C (95.7°F). Despite the intense daytime heat, Zaria sustains a steady low-temperature average of 20.8°C (69.4°F) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Zaria, Nigeria, is 19%.

Rainfall

In Zaria, in March, it is raining for 1.3 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation. In Zaria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.9 days and collects up to 611mm (24.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Zaria, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of March, in Zaria, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:40 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Zaria, Nigeria, is 9.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Zaria is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Zaria in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Zaria, is 37.9°C (100.2°F) and the average low-temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Zaria?

In March, the average relative humidity in Zaria is 19%.

How much does it rain in Zaria in March?

In March, in Zaria, Nigeria, the rain falls for 1.3 days. Throughout March, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Zaria have in March?

In Zaria, Nigeria, the average day length in March is 12h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Zaria?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:40 WAT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Zaria?

The average sunshine duration in March in Zaria, Nigeria, is 9.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Zaria?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Zaria is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Zaria, Nigeria

Average temperature in March - Zaria, Nigeria
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (38.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.8°C).

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Average pressure in March
Zaria, Nigeria

Average pressure in March - Zaria, Nigeria
  • Average pressure in March: 1009.7mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Zaria, Nigeria

Average wind speed in March - Zaria, Nigeria
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.2km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Zaria, Nigeria

Average humidity in March - Zaria, Nigeria
  • Average humidity in March: 19%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (16%).

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Average rainfall in March
Zaria, Nigeria

Average rainfall in March - Zaria, Nigeria
  • Average rainfall in March: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (184mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Zaria, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in March - Zaria, Nigeria
  • Average rainfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Zaria, Nigeria

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Zaria, Nigeria
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Zaria, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in March - Zaria, Nigeria
  • Average sunshine days in March: 29.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Zaria, Nigeria

Average UV index in March - Zaria, Nigeria
  • Average UV index in March: 7

The month with the highest UV index is April (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, July, August, November and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in March
Zaria, Nigeria

Average cloud cover in March - Zaria, Nigeria
  • Average cloud cover in March: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 2).

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Average visibility in March
Zaria, Nigeria

Average visibility in March - Zaria, Nigeria
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (8km).

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