March weather forecastMacuti, Mozambique

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Macuti, is still a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 24.2°C (75.6°F) and 29.1°C (84.4°F).

Temperature

Macuti registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.1°C (84.4°F) at the commencement of March, closely related to the preceding month. A modest dip in temperatures to an average of 24.2°C (75.6°F) is observed throughout Macuti's March nights.

Heat index

The heat index value for March is evaluated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. 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 are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 22.5 days. Throughout March, 157mm (6.18") of precipitation is accumulated. In Macuti, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.8 days and collects up to 842mm (33.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:41 CAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during March translates into the following directions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Updated: Jul 9, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 29.1°C (84.4°F) and 24.2°C (75.6°F) respectively. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 35°C (95°F).

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

In Macuti, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

In Macuti, in March, during 22.5 rainfall days, 157mm (6.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in March in Macuti is 12h and 12min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:41 CAT.

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.7h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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

29.9°C

29.1°C

27.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13.9km/h

14.3km/h

13.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

5.6

8.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Macuti, Mozambique

Average high temperature in March: 29.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.1°C).

Average low temperature in March: 24.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (25.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Macuti, Mozambique

Average pressure in March: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Macuti, Mozambique

Average wind speed in March: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Macuti, Mozambique

Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Macuti, Mozambique

Average rainfall in March: 157mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (183mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (11mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Macuti, Mozambique

Average rainfall days in March: 22.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (6.7 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Macuti, Mozambique

Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Macuti, Mozambique

Average sunshine days in March: 6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Macuti, Mozambique

Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
Macuti, Mozambique

Average cloud cover in March: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in March
Macuti, Mozambique

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).