March weather forecast
Eritrea

As Eritrea transitions into spring, the weather in March begins to warm up throughout the country, although rainfall remains sparse, continuing the arid conditions typical of the region.

In coastal cities like Massawa, March sees a further rise in temperatures, with averages climbing to 32°C (89.6°F). Despite the increasing heat, conditions remain relatively dry, conducive to seaside activities and exploration of the stunning Red Sea biodiversity.

Moving inland to the highlands, Asmara sees temperatures ranging from 17°C (62.6°F) to 24°C (75.2°F) in March. The city's relatively high altitude tempers the heat, making it significantly cooler than the coastal and lowland areas. Despite the increase in temperature, precipitation remains low, although it is slightly higher than in the previous winter months.

In the western lowlands, cities such as Barentu experience hotter conditions. The average temperatures typically lie between 30°C (86°F) to 35°C (95°F), with the heat escalating as the region heads towards the peak of its hot season.

March's weather is noticeably warmer than in February across all regions of Eritrea. The country begins to shed the mildness of winter, ushering in the warmth of spring, particularly in the lowland and coastal regions. Looking ahead to April, the upward trend in temperature continues. The onset of spring also marks the beginning of a slight increase in rainfall, especially in the highlands, though the country generally remains dry.

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• Asmara - March »
  In Asmara in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 32mm (1.26") of accumulated precipitation. Moving into March, Asmara receives more daylight and sunshine, a pleasant transition from February.
• Keren - March »
  On the first day of March in Keren sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:33. Keren sees the arrival of March with an average high-temperature of a hot 31.3°C (88.3°F), indicating a subtle variation from February.
• Massawa - March »
  In Massawa in March, the average water temperature is 27.3°C (81.1°F). In March, the average relative humidity in Massawa is 73.3%.
• Āssab - March »
  What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Āssab? In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:18.
• Mendefera - March »
  On the first day of March in Mendefera sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:32. The continuum of rising temperatures in Mendefera carries over into March, setting the stage for the imminent arrival of hotter months.
• Barentu - March »
  March through June, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Barentu, Eritrea. The month of March brings warmer temperatures to Barentu, with the heat intensifying noticeably towards an average high of 37.3°C (99.1°F).
• Nakfa - March »
  On the last day of March, in Nakfa, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:38 EAT. Nakfa indicates an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 24°C (75.2°F) in March, showing minor variation from February's 22°C (71.6°F).
• Adi Tekelezan - March »
  In Adi Tekelezan, during March, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation. In Adi Tekelezan, during March, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.