March weather forecast
Gitega, Burundi

March

Weather in March

March heralds a little alteration in Gitega’s weather conditions. Rainfall peaks this month at 222mm (8.74"), the highest since January, inducing a serene and soothing ambiance. Complimented by steady wind speed, the weather is quite balanced, neither overpowering nor negligible. The consistency in daylight and sunshine serves as a delight for sunbaskers. Come March, you'd definitely want to visit the region's beautiful Virunga Mountains range.

Temperature

With March's arrival, Gitega's weather records an average high-temperature of a pleasant 22.8°C (73°F), marking little difference from February's 23.2°C (73.8°F). An average nighttime temperature of 14.2°C (57.6°F) is observed during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 30.7 days. Throughout March, 222mm (8.74") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gitega, during the entire year, the rain falls for 271.1 days and collects up to 1766mm (69.53") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gitega, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:06 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.3h.

UV index

January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during March translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Gitega?
The average high-temperature, in March, in Gitega, is 22.8°C (73°F), while the average low-temperature is 14.2°C (57.6°F).
What is the average humidity in March?
In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.
How many days does it rain in March?
In Gitega, during March, the rain falls for 30.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 222mm (8.74") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in March?
In Gitega, the average day length in March is 12h and 8min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:06 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in March?
In Gitega, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.3h.
When is the lowest UV index in Gitega?
The months with the lowest UV index in Gitega are January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
How high is the UV index in March?
In Gitega, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Gitega, Burundi
Average temperature in March
Gitega, Burundi
  • Average high temperature in March: 22.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (21.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 14.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (13°C).

Average pressure in March - Gitega, Burundi
Average pressure in March
Gitega, Burundi
  • Average pressure in March: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February, October and November (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Gitega, Burundi
Average wind speed in March
Gitega, Burundi
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (9.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in March - Gitega, Burundi
Average humidity in March
Gitega, Burundi
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in March - Gitega, Burundi
Average rainfall in March
Gitega, Burundi
  • Average rainfall in March: 222mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (261mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (8mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Gitega, Burundi
Average rainfall days in March
Gitega, Burundi
  • Average rainfall days in March: 30.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (30.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6.2 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gitega, Burundi
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gitega, Burundi
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March - Gitega, Burundi
Average sunshine days in March
Gitega, Burundi
  • Average sunshine days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (0.1 days).

Average UV index in March - Gitega, Burundi
Average UV index in March
Gitega, Burundi
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March - Gitega, Burundi
Average cloud cover in March
Gitega, Burundi
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in March - Gitega, Burundi
Average visibility in March
Gitega, Burundi
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April, May and December (8km).

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