March weather forecastKikoneni, Kenya

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a tropical month in Kikoneni, Kenya, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°C (77.5°F) and max 31.6°C (88.9°F).

Temperature

March is the warmest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 31.6°C (88.9°F) and as low as 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index for March is estimated at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. 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.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Kikoneni is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Kikoneni, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout March, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kikoneni, there are 167.2 rainfall days, and 312mm (12.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of March, in Kikoneni, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:28 EAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Kikoneni, Kenya, is 8.8h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kikoneni, Kenya. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

In Kikoneni, March is identified by the average highest temperatures, reaching a peak of 31.6°C (88.9°F) and a low of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kikoneni, Kenya, are 31.6°C (88.9°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in March is estimated at 41°C (105.8°F).

In March, the average relative humidity in Kikoneni is 75%.

In Kikoneni, Kenya, during March, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:28 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.8h.

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kikoneni, Kenya.

In Kikoneni, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in March: 31.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22°C).

Average pressure in March
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average pressure in March: 1010.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in March: 11.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (23.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, May, September, October, November and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in March: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (10mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in March: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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

  • 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7 days).

Average UV index in March
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in March: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • 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).