March weather forecastMbenje, Malawi

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Mbenje, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°C (89.2°F) and 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

In March, Mbenje's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.8°C (89.2°F), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. Mbenje, in March, experiences an average temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F) at night.

Heat index

March's mean heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Keep wary: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a possible outcome of ongoing activity.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Mbenje.

Rainfall

In Mbenje, in March, it is raining for 19.3 days, with typically 70mm (2.76") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mbenje, there are 122.3 rainfall days, and 434mm (17.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mbenje, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:42 CAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

In Mbenje, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.