March weather forecastChikwawa, Malawi
March
Weather in March
As March rolls in, the weather commences a gradual transition towards the dry season in Chikwawa, Malawi. Humidity decreases slightly and rainfall reduces to 208mm (8.19"), signaling the end of the heavy rainy season. The slight increase in sunshine hours coupled with a moderate UV index of 6 can make outdoor activities under the skies more appealing. As the rains decrease, the town gradually comes back to life after months of rainfall-laden weather. Wind speeds remain relatively low, providing a calm backdrop to the slightly improved weather.Temperature
Chikwawa, Malawi, experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F) in March, closely aligned with February's 26.8°C (80.2°F). Throughout March, Chikwawa's nights cool down to an average of 18.4°C (65.1°F).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 88%, March is the most humid month in Chikwawa.Rainfall
In Chikwawa, in March, during 25.4 rainfall days, 208mm (8.19") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chikwawa, Malawi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.1 days and collects up to 1407mm (55.39") of precipitation.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of March, in Chikwawa, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 17:43 CAT.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 7h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average high temperature in March: 26.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.2°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 18.4°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are November and December (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13°C).
Average pressure in March
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average pressure in March: 1012.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.4mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average wind speed in March: 6.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (8.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.7km/h).
Average humidity in March
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average humidity in March: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).
Average rainfall in March
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average rainfall in March: 208mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (383mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (3mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average rainfall days in March: 25.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (3.5 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average sunshine days in March: 4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (1.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average UV index in March: 6
The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, May, June and July (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in March
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average cloud cover in March: 58
The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, March and April (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in March
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average visibility in March: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are September and October (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is April (6km).
