March weather forecastMbita, Kenya

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a warm month in Mbita, Kenya, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°C (81.1°F) and 15.4°C (59.7°F).

Temperature

As Mbita, Kenya, welcomes March, the average high-temperature records at a still moderately hot 27.3°C (81.1°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. In the month of March, the average temperature in Mbita dips to a mild 15.4°C (59.7°F) during the night.

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F). When exposure and activity are sustained, they could induce fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Mbita is 70%.

Rainfall

In Mbita, during March, the rain falls for 21.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 106mm (4.17") of precipitation. In Mbita, during the entire year, the rain falls for 289.6 days and collects up to 1257mm (49.49") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Mbita is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:50 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.2h.

UV index

January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Mbita. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

Mbita in March has an average high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in March is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

In Mbita, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

In Mbita, in March, it is raining for 21.4 days, with typically 106mm (4.17") of accumulated precipitation.

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

On the first day of March in Mbita, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:50 EAT.

In Mbita, Kenya, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.2h.

January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Mbita.

In Mbita, Kenya, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mbita, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in March: 27.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (23.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 15.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (15.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13.5°C).

Average pressure in March
Mbita, Kenya

  • Average pressure in March: 1012.5mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Mbita, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in March: 7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Mbita, Kenya

  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (64%).

Average rainfall in March
Mbita, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in March: 106mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (154mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (56mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Mbita, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in March: 21.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (28 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.8 days).

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

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mbita, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (8.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Mbita, Kenya

  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March
Mbita, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in March: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in March
Mbita, Kenya

  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January and February (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May and June (8km).