March weather forecast
Lilongwe, Malawi

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Clear skies above a minaret mosque tower in Lilongwe, Malawi
Clear skies above a minaret mosque tower in Lilongwe, Malawi

Weather in March

Step into March, and Lilongwe's climate starts to show signs of moderating rainfall and humidity. The change in weather characteristics from February is evident with March being significantly drier and less humid. Sunlight hours increase, and temperatures remain moderately warm, hinting at the upcoming changes in atmospheric phenomena. The rainfall witnessed in this month is 129mm (5.08"), substantially lower than in the preceding months. The city starts to bloom under the gentle sun, and lighter showers as March signs off the wettest period of the year.

Temperature

March in Lilongwe begins with an average high-temperature registering at a still moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F), mirroring February's climate. Lilongwe, during March nights, observes an average temperature of 16.3°C (61.3°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Lilongwe is 85%.

Rainfall

In Lilongwe, during March, the rain falls for 25.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 807mm (31.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of March in Lilongwe, Malawi, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:48 CAT.

Sunshine

In Lilongwe, the average sunshine in March is 8.2h.

UV index

January through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in March transforms into this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lilongwe in March?

The high-temperature in Lilongwe during March is 25.8°C (78.4°F) and the low-temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Lilongwe?

In March, the average relative humidity in Lilongwe is 85%.

How much does it rain in Lilongwe in March?

In Lilongwe, Malawi, in March, during 25.8 rainfall days, 129mm (5.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lilongwe have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Lilongwe?

On the first day of March in Lilongwe, Malawi, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:48 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Lilongwe?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lilongwe?

January through July, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Lilongwe, Malawi.

How high is the UV index in March in Lilongwe?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Lilongwe, Malawi, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average temperature in March - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average high temperature in March: 25.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.9°C).

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Average pressure in March
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average pressure in March - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average pressure in March: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average wind speed in March - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.2km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average humidity in March - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (44%).

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Average rainfall in March
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average rainfall in March - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average rainfall in March: 129mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (211mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average rainfall days in March - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average rainfall days in March: 25.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.3 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

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: 8h and 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average sunshine days in March - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average sunshine days in March: 4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average UV index in March - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average cloud cover in March - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in March
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average visibility in March - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average visibility in March: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (7km).

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