March weather forecastBukoma, Kenya

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Bukoma, is still a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.3°C (86.5°F) and an average low of 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Bukoma records an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. Throughout March, Bukoma registers a distinct decrease from daytime highs, reaching an average low of 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Heat index

March's heat index is estimated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 21.3 days. Throughout March, 106mm (4.17") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bukoma, there are 300.8 rainfall days, and 1573mm (61.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Bukoma, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

Daylight

The months with the shortest days are March and October, with an average of 12h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

Sunshine

In Bukoma, the average sunshine in March is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bukoma are January through March, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in March, in Bukoma, is 30.3°C (86.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to 17.4°C (63.3°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).

In March, the average relative humidity in Bukoma is 64%.

In Bukoma, in March, during 21.3 rainfall days, 106mm (4.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Bukoma, Kenya, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

March and October, with an average of 12h and 6min of daylight, are months with the shortest days in Bukoma, Kenya.

The average day length in March is 12h and 7min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, in Bukoma, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Bukoma, Kenya, is 9.3h.

January through March, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Bukoma, Kenya.

In Bukoma, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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

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March

Apr

Average high temperature

31.3°C

30.3°C

27.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.4km/h

7.3km/h

6.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

0.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Bukoma, Kenya

Average high temperature in March: 30.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (25.2°C).

Average low temperature in March: 17.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.5°C).

Average pressure in March
Bukoma, Kenya

Average pressure in March: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Bukoma, Kenya

Average wind speed in March: 6.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in March
Bukoma, Kenya

Average humidity in March: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (55%).

Average rainfall in March
Bukoma, Kenya

Average rainfall in March: 106mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (257mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (36mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Bukoma, Kenya

Average rainfall days in March: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (30.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bukoma, Kenya

Average snowfall in March: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Bukoma, Kenya

Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bukoma, Kenya

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The months with the shortest days are March and October (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

Average sunshine in March: 9h and 18min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bukoma, Kenya

Average sunshine days in March: 6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (0.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Bukoma, Kenya

Average UV index in March: 6

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