March weather forecastChipoka, Malawi

March

Weather in March

The descent of March brings milder temperatures and decreased humidity. The days in Chipoka continue to warm up, the swing from high to low temperature narrows, and the city basks in an average high of 27.2°C (81°F). There is a clear shift from a rainy to a drier climate, making March a good transition month for outdoor activities. Sunshine hours elongate marginally, hinting at longer, sunnier days ahead. In terms of wind speed, it marginally accelerates compared to February, with average speeds of 8.8km/h (5.5mph).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during March registers at a still moderately hot 27.2°C (81°F), closely corresponding to the preceding month. Chipoka observes a minimal variance in temperature, with a consistent average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F) during the nights of March.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 30°C (86°F). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Chipoka is 78%.

Rainfall

In Chipoka, in March, during 18.2 rainfall days, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chipoka, Malawi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.6 days and collects up to 383mm (15.08") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Chipoka, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 17:45 CAT.

Sunshine

In Chipoka, the average sunshine in March is 9.4h.

UV index

January, March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Chipoka. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in March leads to these guidelines:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Updated: Feb 6, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during March is 27.2°C (81°F) and the low-temperature is 22.3°C (72.1°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

The average relative humidity in March in Chipoka is 78%.

In March, the rain falls for 18.2 days. Throughout March, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Chipoka, the average day length in March is 12h and 10min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 17:45 CAT.

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

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

In Chipoka, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's 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

27.1°C

27.2°C

26.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.5km/h

9.7km/h

12.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

7.5

11.5

21.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Chipoka, Malawi

Average high temperature in March: 27.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.8°C).

Average low temperature in March: 22.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (17.6°C).

Average pressure in March
Chipoka, Malawi

Average pressure in March: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Chipoka, Malawi

Average wind speed in March: 8.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (12.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and December (7.6km/h).

Average humidity in March
Chipoka, Malawi

Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (57%).

Average rainfall in March
Chipoka, Malawi

Average rainfall in March: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (114mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Chipoka, Malawi

Average rainfall days in March: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.7 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chipoka, Malawi

Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

Average sunshine in March: 9h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chipoka, Malawi

Average sunshine days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Chipoka, Malawi

Average UV index in March: 6

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

Average cloud cover in March
Chipoka, Malawi

Average cloud cover in March: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in March
Chipoka, Malawi

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).