Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
March
Weather in March
Temperature
The beginning of March reveals an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. An average low-temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F) marks the month of March.Heat index
The average heat index in March is appraised at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 55%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 17.5 days. Throughout March, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 91.8 rainfall days, and 272mm (10.71") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 12h and 11min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 19:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:56 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March is 9.3h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during March translates into the following directions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
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How high is the UV index in March?
Average temperature in March
Onankali, Namibia
- Average high temperature in March: 30.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (26.7°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 21.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.3°C).
Average pressure in March
Onankali, Namibia
- Average pressure in March: 1011.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1009.4mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Onankali, Namibia
- Average wind speed in March: 10.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.6km/h).
Average humidity in March
Onankali, Namibia
- Average humidity in March: 55%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (17%).
Average rainfall in March
Onankali, Namibia
- Average rainfall in March: 44mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (62mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Onankali, Namibia
- Average rainfall days in March: 17.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Onankali, Namibia
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Onankali, Namibia
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Onankali, Namibia
- Average UV index in March: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in March
Onankali, Namibia
- Average cloud cover in March: 28
The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in March
Onankali, Namibia
- 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).
