March weather forecastRuiru, Kenya

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a moderately hot month in Ruiru, Kenya, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.6°C (58.3°F) and an average high of 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Temperature

February and March represent the warmest period, with an average high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F). Uninterrupted exposure and activity might result in fatigue, potentially causing heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.

Humidity

In Ruiru, the average relative humidity in March is 68%.

Rainfall

In Ruiru, Kenya, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation. In Ruiru, during the entire year, the rain falls for 213.5 days and collects up to 642mm (25.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of March, in Ruiru, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:39 EAT.

Sunshine

In Ruiru, Kenya, the average sunshine in March is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

February and March are the warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F).

The high-temperature, in March, in Ruiru, is 27.3°C (81.1°F), while the low-temperature averages to 14.6°C (58.3°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 evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F).

The average relative humidity in March in Ruiru, Kenya, is 68%.

In Ruiru, Kenya, during March, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of the month, in Ruiru, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:39 EAT.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Ruiru is 9.4h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Ruiru is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Ruiru, 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 months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (23.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 14.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (14.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.6°C).

Average pressure in March
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average pressure in March: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1013.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.4km/h).

Average humidity in March
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average humidity in March: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in March: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (117mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (20mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ruiru, 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 24min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in March: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Ruiru, Kenya

  • Average visibility in March: 9km

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