March weather forecast
Shakawe, Botswana

Shakawe in March experiences more subtle changes from February as the high slips to 29.8°C (85.6°F) and rainfalls decrease further. A transitional period from the wet to dry season, March experiences less rainfall. The humidity also drops, providing a relatively drier environment. A gradual increase in sunshine hours is also marked, turning weather noticeably warmer. Winds remain gently constant, making the days pleasantly warm under the Botswana sun.

Temperature

Shakawe ushers in March with an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. Shakawe, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 19.3°C (66.7°F).

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is computed to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In March, in Shakawe, Botswana, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout March, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shakawe, there are 110.8 rainfall days, and 429mm (16.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shakawe, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of March in Shakawe, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:34 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Shakawe is 8.9h.

UV index

In Shakawe, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.