March weather forecastMpaka, Congo

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is a tropical month in Mpaka, Congo, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.2°C (86.4°F) and an average low of 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

Mpaka experiences its highest temperatures in March, with an average peak of 30.2°C (86.4°F) and a low of 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

During March, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level 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 particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, March is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Mpaka, during March, the rain falls for 22.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 110mm (4.33") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mpaka, there are 217.2 rainfall days, and 881mm (34.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mpaka, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of March in Mpaka, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:18 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.1h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Updated: Feb 6, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The warmest time of the year is March, with temperatures averaging a high of 30.2°C (86.4°F) and a low of 26°C (78.8°F).

An average high-temperature, in March, in Mpaka, is 30.2°C (86.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 26°C (78.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in March is appraised at 38°C (100.4°F).

The least humid month in Mpaka is March, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

In Mpaka, in March, during 22.7 rainfall days, 110mm (4.33") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Mpaka, the average day length in March is 12h and 8min.

On the first day of March in Mpaka, Congo, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:18 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.1h.

The months with the highest UV index in Mpaka are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

29.8°C

30.2°C

30.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.3km/h

9.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

4.9

6.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

44%

43%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in March
Mpaka, Congo

Average high temperature in March: 30.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (24.7°C).

Average low temperature in March: 26°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Mpaka, Congo

Average pressure in March: 1010mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Mpaka, Congo

Average wind speed in March: 9.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in March
Mpaka, Congo

Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).

Average rainfall in March
Mpaka, Congo

Average rainfall in March: 110mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (159mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Mpaka, Congo

Average rainfall days in March: 22.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5.1 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mpaka, Congo

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h and 6min

The months with the most sunshine are April, May and December (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mpaka, Congo

Average sunshine days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Mpaka, Congo

Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Mpaka, Congo

Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Mpaka, Congo

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).