March weather forecastKigali, Rwanda
March
Weather in March
The weather takes an interesting turn in Kigali during March. The temperature, though largely similar to February, sees a slight dip, going down to 26.9°C (80.4°F) at its peak. However, the number of rainfall days witnesses a notable rise, which makes the air crisp and adds a refreshing touch. This subtle shift in Kigali's atmospheric conditions lends March a slightly wetter, yet appealing, climate. The weather in March thus promises an experience distinct from the first two months of the year.Temperature
The shift from February to March in Kigali is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.9°C (80.4°F), not significantly different from the 27.4°C (81.3°F) of February. During March, Kigali sees a mean low-temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F).Rainfall
In Kigali, in March, during 15 rainfall days, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133 rainfall days, and 951mm (37.44") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 7min.On the first day of March in Kigali, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:06 CAT.
Sunshine
January, March through May, October through December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 12 translates into the following recommendations:
Utilize all necessary safety measures, unprotected skin could suffer burns instantly. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Kigali, Rwanda
- Average high temperature in March: 26.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (28.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (25.9°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 15.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (16.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15°C).
Average rainfall in March
Kigali, Rwanda
- Average rainfall in March: 114.2mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (154.2mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (11.4mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Kigali, Rwanda
- Average rainfall days in March: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kigali, Rwanda
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, March, April, May, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 5h).
Average UV index in March
Kigali, Rwanda
- Average UV index in March: 12
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 11).
