March weather forecastMasunga, Botswana
March
Weather in March
The first month of the autumn, March, is also a moderately hot month in Masunga, Botswana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.2°C (64.8°F) and 28.9°C (84°F).Temperature
With the onset of March, a modest change to a still moderately hot 28.9°C (84°F) from February's 29.3°C (84.7°F) is noted in high-temperature. The nighttime temperature dips to a refreshing 18.2°C (64.8°F) on average during March.Heat index
For March, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Persisting in activity during exposure could lead to weariness and subsequently to heat cramps.The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
Humidity
In Masunga, the average relative humidity in March is 61%.Rainfall
In Masunga, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 90.1 rainfall days, and 337mm (13.27") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Masunga, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:11 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March is 9.5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Masunga, Botswana
- Average high temperature in March: 28.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.3°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 18.2°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are November and December (20.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.1°C).
Average pressure in March
Masunga, Botswana
- Average pressure in March: 1013.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.9mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Masunga, Botswana
- Average wind speed in March: 12.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (12km/h).
Average humidity in March
Masunga, Botswana
- Average humidity in March: 61%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (29%).
Average rainfall in March
Masunga, Botswana
- Average rainfall in March: 32mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Masunga, Botswana
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Masunga, Botswana
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Masunga, Botswana
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Masunga, Botswana
- Average UV index in March: 6
The months with the highest UV index are October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in March
Masunga, Botswana
- Average cloud cover in March: 23
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in March
Masunga, Botswana
- Average visibility in March: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).
