March weather forecastMachakos, Kenya

March

Weather in March

The weather in March continues to mimic its predecessor with minor temperature fluctuations. A small surge in rainfall is detected which introduces a bit more moisture into the air of Machakos, Kenya. Humidity levels remain fairly constant from February, allowing for steady weather conditions. The cool wind prevails, keeping the ambiance in balance. March's temperatures remain high, reaching an average of 26.7°C (80.1°F) for the month.

Temperature

In Machakos, March is identified by the highest average temperatures, reaching a peak of 26.7°C (80.1°F) and a low of 16°C (60.8°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Machakos, in March, it is raining for 20.5 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation. In Machakos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.8 days and collects up to 533mm (20.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of March, in Machakos, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:37 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.9h.

UV index

March through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Machakos. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during March translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

March stands out as Machakos's warmest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 26.7°C (80.1°F) and a low of 16°C (60.8°F).

An average high-temperature, in March, in Machakos, is 26.7°C (80.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 16°C (60.8°F).

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

In Machakos, during March, the rain falls for 20.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation.

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

On the first day of March in Machakos, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:37 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in March in Machakos, Kenya, is 8.9h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Machakos, Kenya, are March through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Machakos, Kenya, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

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

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

26.5°C

26.7°C

24.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.5km/h

9.9km/h

8.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.7

8.3

6.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Machakos, Kenya

Average high temperature in March: 26.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (23.2°C).

Average low temperature in March: 16°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (16.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.9°C).

Average pressure in March
Machakos, Kenya

Average pressure in March: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1013mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Machakos, Kenya

Average wind speed in March: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.8km/h).

Average humidity in March
Machakos, Kenya

Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Machakos, Kenya

Average rainfall in March: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (102mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (5mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Machakos, Kenya

Average rainfall days in March: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (24.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (5.5 days).

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

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

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 0min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Machakos, Kenya

Average sunshine days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (3.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Machakos, Kenya

Average UV index in March: 5

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