March weather forecast
Tsumkwe, Namibia

Tsumkwe welcomes March with cooling temperatures and a striking retreat in rainfall from the preceding months. Nudged towards a drier climate, the city records an average rainfall of 69mm (2.72") over nine days in March. The temperature highs reduce gradually, coupled with a slight decrease in daylight hours. Under the canvas of the calming weather, Tsumkwe's wildlife and vegetation flourish. The transition creates a sense of balance between the experience of a hot, wet start of the year and the forthcoming months of milder weather.

Temperature

During March, Tsumkwe observes a subtle ascent to a still tropical 30°C (86°F) from February's 31°C (87.8°F) in the average high-temperature. A sharp divergence from daytime highs is noted during the month of March, with the average nighttime temperature settling at an enjoyable 18°C (64.4°F).

Rainfall

In Tsumkwe, during March, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm (2.72") of precipitation. In Tsumkwe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 65 days and collects up to 467mm (18.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Tsumkwe is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:39 CAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Tsumkwe are January through March, November and December, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 12 in March translates into this advice:
Carry out all vital precautions. Protection from sun exposure is a must. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Even on overcast days, a sunscreen with a sun protection factor of no less than 30 should be generously applied and reapplied, particularly after swimming or outdoor activities.