March weather forecastMlimani, Kenya

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a hot month in Mlimani, Kenya, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.2°C (79.2°F) and an average high of 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

March, with average temperatures reaching a high of 30.7°C (87.3°F) and a low of 26.2°C (79.2°F), is the warmest month.

Heat index

The average heat index in March is computed to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Mlimani, in March, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 211.8 rainfall days, and 587mm (23.11") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mlimani, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of March, in Mlimani, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:28 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Mlimani is 8.8h.

UV index

January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

March temperatures in Mlimani, Kenya, tend to peak at an average high of 30.7°C (87.3°F) and dip to a low of 26.2°C (79.2°F).

The high-temperature, in March, in Mlimani, records 30.7°C (87.3°F), while the low-temperature is 26.2°C (79.2°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 39°C (102.2°F).

In Mlimani, Kenya, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

In March, in Mlimani, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout March, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:28 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.8h.

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

In Mlimani, Kenya, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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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

30.3°C

30.7°C

30.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

16.5km/h

15.1km/h

20.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.2

11.2

6.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Mlimani, Kenya

Average high temperature in March: 30.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27°C).

Average low temperature in March: 26.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Mlimani, Kenya

Average pressure in March: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Mlimani, Kenya

Average wind speed in March: 14km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Mlimani, Kenya

Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Mlimani, Kenya

Average rainfall in March: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Mlimani, Kenya

Average rainfall days in March: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mlimani, Kenya

Average sunshine days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Mlimani, Kenya

Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
Mlimani, Kenya

Average cloud cover in March: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Mlimani, 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).