March weather forecast
Tonota, Botswana

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Weather in March

March in Tonota, Botswana begins to show a shift in weather patterns as the rainy season starts to recede. The rainfall significantly reduces to 27mm (1.06") over about 9 days, allowing for increasingly dry conditions. In terms of daylight, the fading rainy season brings with it shorter days, but ample sunshine remains. Light breezes still dominate the wind conditions. Tonota's temperature pattern remains fairly consistent, with the mercury level dropping only by a small degree.

Temperature

The transition into March notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 29.8°C (85.6°F) in February. Tonota's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 18.3°C (64.9°F) during the nights of March.

Heat index

The average heat index in March is appraised at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Extended exposure and activity might lead to tiredness, potentially resulting in heat cramps.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. 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 Tonota, the average relative humidity in March is 60%.

Rainfall

In Tonota, during March, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Tonota, there are 76.8 rainfall days, and 284mm (11.18") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Tonota, 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, in Tonota, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:10 CAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Tonota in March?

Tonota in March has an average high-temperature of 29.4°C (84.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is appraised at 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Tonota?

In Tonota, the average relative humidity in March is 60%.

How many days does it rain in March in Tonota?

In Tonota, in March, during 9.4 rainfall days, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Tonota have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Tonota?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:10 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tonota have in March?

In Tonota, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in Tonota?

In Tonota, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Tonota, Botswana

Average temperature in March - Tonota, Botswana
  • Average high temperature in March: 29.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.4°C).

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Average pressure in March
Tonota, Botswana

Average pressure in March - Tonota, Botswana
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Tonota, Botswana

Average wind speed in March - Tonota, Botswana
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.5km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Tonota, Botswana

Average humidity in March - Tonota, Botswana
  • Average humidity in March: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

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Average rainfall in March
Tonota, Botswana

Average rainfall in March - Tonota, Botswana
  • Average rainfall in March: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Tonota, Botswana

Average rainfall days in March - Tonota, Botswana
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.4 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Tonota, Botswana

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Tonota, Botswana
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Tonota, Botswana

Average sunshine days in March - Tonota, Botswana
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Tonota, Botswana

Average UV index in March - Tonota, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Tonota, Botswana

Average cloud cover in March - Tonota, Botswana
  • Average cloud cover in March: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in March
Tonota, Botswana

Average visibility in March - Tonota, Botswana
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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

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