March weather forecastMatandara, Kenya

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a moderately hot month in Matandara, Kenya, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.3°C (81.1°F) and min 14.9°C (58.8°F).

Temperature

The highest point of temperatures falls in February and March, when the average high-temperature ascends to 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 66%.

Rainfall

In Matandara, during March, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation. In Matandara, during the entire year, the rain falls for 198.6 days and collects up to 784mm (30.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Matandara, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:37 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.2h.

UV index

March through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

Matandara witnesses its peak temperatures during February and March, when the average high-temperature reaches 27.3°C (81.1°F).

During March, Matandara experiences an average high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and a low-temperature of 14.9°C (58.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in March is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

In Matandara, the average relative humidity in March is 66%.

In March, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout March, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

In March, the average day length is 12h and 7min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:37 EAT.

In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Matandara is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Matandara, 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 month with the lowest average high temperature is June (22.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 14.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (15.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and December (13°C).

Average pressure in March
Matandara, Kenya

  • Average pressure in March: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Matandara, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in March
Matandara, Kenya

  • Average humidity in March: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (62%).

Average rainfall in March
Matandara, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in March: 58mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (155mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (20mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Matandara, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (24.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Matandara, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Matandara, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (4.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Matandara, 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Matandara, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
Matandara, Kenya

  • Average visibility in March: 9km

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