March weather forecastJora, Kenya

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a hot month in Jora, Kenya, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.8°C (87.4°F) and min 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Temperature

In Jora, Kenya, February and March are characterised by the peak of temperatures, recording an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during March is estimated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In Jora, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 23.2 days. Throughout March, 117mm (4.61") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Jora, there are 180.9 rainfall days, and 733mm (28.86") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Jora is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:31 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.9h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

February and March mark Jora's peak of temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 30.8°C (87.4°F).

The high-temperature, in March, in Jora, is 30.8°C (87.4°F), while the low-temperature averages to 20.9°C (69.6°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 38°C (100.4°F).

In Jora, Kenya, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

In Jora, Kenya, in March, it is raining for 23.2 days, with typically 117mm (4.61") of accumulated precipitation.

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

On the first day of March in Jora, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:31 EAT.

In Jora, Kenya, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.9h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Jora, Kenya.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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

30.8°C

29.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.1km/h

9.6km/h

11km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.1

6.3

2.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Jora, Kenya

Average high temperature in March: 30.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (30.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.6°C).

Average low temperature in March: 20.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (20.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (17.7°C).

Average pressure in March
Jora, Kenya

Average pressure in March: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Jora, Kenya

Average wind speed in March: 8.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Jora, Kenya

Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (64%).

Average rainfall in March
Jora, Kenya

Average rainfall in March: 117mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (145mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Jora, Kenya

Average rainfall days in March: 23.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (27 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.6 days).

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

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

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 54min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Jora, Kenya

Average sunshine days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (2.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Jora, Kenya

Average UV index in March: 6

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

Average cloud cover in March
Jora, Kenya

Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Jora, Kenya

Average visibility in March: 9km

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