March weather forecast
Burundi

In Burundi, March signifies the continuation of the long rainy season, with even more precipitation than February. Rainfall levels continue to increase, typically reaching between 150mm (5.91") and 180mm (7.09"). This makes March one of the wettest months in Burundi. The increase in rainfall leads to the flourishing of the country's vegetation, especially in areas such as the Ruvubu National Park and the verdant landscapes around Lake Tanganyika.

Temperature averages remain between 20°C (68°F) and 23°C (73.4°F), but the increased rainfall can lead to slightly cooler conditions, particularly in higher-altitude areas. For example, in the city of Gitega, located in the central plateau region, the temperature can decrease to 17°C (62.6°F) during the wettest periods.

Compared to the previous month, March sees a continuation of the wet weather pattern, with increased rainfall and cloud cover. While the weather remains relatively warm, the humidity level rises due to the higher levels of precipitation.

In the lower-altitude regions near Lake Tanganyika, including the city of Bujumbura, temperatures are consistently warmer, usually ranging from 23°C (73.4°F) to 26°C (78.8°F). Despite being warmer, these regions also see significant rainfall during March.

As the month progresses, the increased precipitation signals the approach of the peak of the rainy season, which occurs in April. This increase in rainfall becomes more pronounced towards the end of the month, indicating the wettest period of the year in the coming month.

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• Bujumbura - March »
  Increased rainfall distinguishes the weather condition in March, with Bujumbura receiving 154mm (6.06") spread over 29.2 precipitation days. In Bujumbura in March, it is raining for 29.2 days, with typically 154mm (6.06") of accumulated precipitation.
• Bururi - March »
  In Bururi in March, during 30.7 rainfall days, 222mm (8.74") of precipitation is typically accumulated. As March unravels, the rainfall in Bururi experiences an uptick to reach a noteworthy 222mm (8.74"), turning the city into a lush, green paradise.
• Makamba - March »
  In Makamba, Burundi, in March, during 30.7 rainfall days, 222mm (8.74") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of March in Makamba, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:18.
• Karuzi - March »
  On the last day of March, in Karuzi, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:05 CAT. The ushering in of March in Karuzi brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.3°C (75.7°F), closely mirroring the 24.7°C (76.5°F) of February.
• Muramvya - March »
  In Muramvya in March, it is raining for 29.2 days, with typically 154mm (6.06") of accumulated precipitation. In Muramvya, in March, it is raining for 29.2 days, with typically 154mm (6.06") of accumulated precipitation.
• Gitega - March »
  In Gitega in March, it is raining for 30.7 days, with typically 222mm (8.74") of accumulated precipitation. On the first day of March in Gitega, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:17.
• Ngozi - March »
  In Ngozi in March, during 27.3 rainfall days, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ngozi, in March, during 27.3 rainfall days, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Muyinga - March »
  In Muyinga in March, during 30.5 rainfall days, 183mm (7.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of March in Muyinga, Burundi, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:15.
• Mwaro - March »
  Despite such minor shifts, March remains a month of pleasant weather, much like February, letting travelers enjoy the best of Mwaro, Burundi. In Mwaro in March, it is raining for 30.7 days, with typically 222mm (8.74") of accumulated precipitation.
• Bubanza - March »
  In Bubanza, in March, during 29.2 rainfall days, 154mm (6.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Overall, March is a mix of an increased precipitation and sustained temperatures, contributing to the unique charm of Bubanza, Burundi.
• Ruyigi - March »
  On the last day of March, in Ruyigi, Burundi, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:05 CAT. In Ruyigi, in March, during 30.7 rainfall days, 222mm (8.74") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Kirundo - March »
  In Kirundo in March, during 30.5 rainfall days, 183mm (7.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kirundo, during March, the rain falls for 30.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.