March weather forecast
Gitwe, Kenya

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a warm month in Gitwe, Kenya, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.3°C (81.1°F) and min 14.6°C (58.3°F).

Temperature

February and March bring Gitwe's highest average temperatures, reaching a high of 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Heat index

March's heat index is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F). Enduring exposure and continuous activity might cause a feeling of tiredness and induce heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 68%.

Rainfall

In Gitwe, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gitwe, there are 213.5 rainfall days, and 642mm (25.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:39 EAT.

Sunshine

In Gitwe, the average sunshine in March is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gitwe, Kenya, are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during March leads to these advisories:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Gitwe?
Gitwe's warmest period falls in February and March, when the average high-temperatures ascend to 27.3°C (81.1°F).
What is the usual temperature for Gitwe in March?
In Gitwe, 27.3°C (81.1°F) is the average high-temperature and 14.6°C (58.3°F) is the average low-temperature during March. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Gitwe?
The average relative humidity in March is 68%.
How much does it rain in Gitwe in March?
In Gitwe, in March, during 14.8 rainfall days, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Gitwe have in March?
The average day length in March in Gitwe is 12h and 7min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Gitwe?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:39 EAT.
How long on average sun shines in March in Gitwe?
In March, the average sunshine duration in Gitwe is 9.4h.
When is the lowest UV index in Gitwe?
January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Gitwe.
What is the UV index reading in March in Gitwe?
In Gitwe, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Gitwe, Kenya
  • Average high temperature in March: 27.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (27.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (23.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 14.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (14.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.6°C).

Average pressure in March
Gitwe, Kenya
  • Average pressure in March: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1013.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Gitwe, Kenya
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.4km/h).

Average humidity in March
Gitwe, Kenya
  • Average humidity in March: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Gitwe, Kenya
  • Average rainfall in March: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (117mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (20mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Gitwe, Kenya
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gitwe, Kenya
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gitwe, Kenya
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Gitwe, Kenya
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March
Gitwe, Kenya
  • Average cloud cover in March: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Gitwe, Kenya
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, November and December (7km).

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