March weather forecast
Cape Maclear, Malawi

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a warm month in Cape Maclear, Malawi, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.3°C (72.1°F) and max 27°C (80.6°F).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature is almost the same as in February - a still warm 27°C (80.6°F). The average low-temperature, is 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in March is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel', 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature', or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Additional factors like activity, clothing, differences in body mass, height, and shape, and pregnancy affect individual temperature impact. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Cape Maclear, Malawi, is 79%.

Rainfall

In Cape Maclear, it is raining for 20.9 days, with typically 100mm (3.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Cape Maclear, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.5 days and collects up to 655mm (25.79") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Cape Maclear is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of March, in Cape Maclear, Malawi, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:44 CAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Cape Maclear is 9.2h.

UV index

January through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Cape Maclear. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 6 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Cape Maclear?

In Cape Maclear, Malawi, in March, the average high-temperature is 27°C (80.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 22.3°C (72.1°F). in March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Cape Maclear?

In Cape Maclear, Malawi, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Cape Maclear in March?

In Cape Maclear, in March, during 20.9 rainfall days, 100mm (3.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Cape Maclear?

In Cape Maclear, Malawi, the average day length in March is 12h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Cape Maclear?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, in Cape Maclear, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:44 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Cape Maclear?

The average sunshine duration in March in Cape Maclear is 9.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cape Maclear?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in March in Cape Maclear?

In Cape Maclear, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Cape Maclear, Malawi

Average temperature in March - Cape Maclear, Malawi
  • Average high temperature in March: 27°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are November and December (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (17.6°C).

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Average pressure in March
Cape Maclear, Malawi

Average pressure in March - Cape Maclear, Malawi
  • Average pressure in March: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Cape Maclear, Malawi

Average wind speed in March - Cape Maclear, Malawi
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (12.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.1km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Cape Maclear, Malawi

Average humidity in March - Cape Maclear, Malawi
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

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Average rainfall in March
Cape Maclear, Malawi

Average rainfall in March - Cape Maclear, Malawi
  • Average rainfall in March: 100mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (174mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Cape Maclear, Malawi

Average rainfall days in March - Cape Maclear, Malawi
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.7 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cape Maclear, Malawi

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cape Maclear, Malawi
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 10min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 56min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 19min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Cape Maclear, Malawi

Average sunshine days in March - Cape Maclear, Malawi
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Cape Maclear, Malawi

Average UV index in March - Cape Maclear, Malawi
  • Average UV index in March: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Cape Maclear, Malawi

Average cloud cover in March - Cape Maclear, Malawi
  • Average cloud cover in March: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in March
Cape Maclear, Malawi

Average visibility in March - Cape Maclear, Malawi
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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