March weather forecastMasalani, Kenya

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a tropical month in Masalani, Kenya, with an average temperature varying between 31.3°C (88.3°F) and 26.2°C (79.2°F).

Temperature

Masalani records the warmest temperatures in March, averaging a high of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and a low of 26.2°C (79.2°F).

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index 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 effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Masalani is 75%.

Rainfall

In Masalani, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 192.5 rainfall days, and 641mm (25.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March in Masalani, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:26 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Masalani are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March leads to these instructions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

The warmest period in Masalani, Kenya, tends to be March, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and a low of 26.2°C (79.2°F).

The high-temperature during March is 31.3°C (88.3°F) and the low-temperature is 26.2°C (79.2°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 40°C (104°F).

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

In Masalani, Kenya, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation.

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

On the first day of March in Masalani, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:26 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in March in Masalani, Kenya, is 9h.

The months with the highest UV index in Masalani are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Masalani.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Masalani, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in March: 31.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (24°C).

Average pressure in March
Masalani, Kenya

  • Average pressure in March: 1009.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Masalani, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in March: 16.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (27.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (14.5km/h).

Average humidity in March
Masalani, Kenya

  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Masalani, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in March: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (156mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (7mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Masalani, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (24.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Masalani, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Masalani, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Masalani, Kenya

  • Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
Masalani, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in March: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Masalani, 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).