March weather forecast
Mbuzini, South Africa

March, the first month of the autumn in Mbuzini, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 21°C (69.8°F) and 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

As Mbuzini transitions from February to March, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), nearly the same as the previous 30.7°C (87.3°F). Mbuzini usually reports an average low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) during the month of March.

Heat index

In March, the average heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 essentially critical for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and March, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Mbuzini, in March, during 16.3 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mbuzini, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.5 days and collects up to 406mm (15.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:51 SAST.

Sunshine

In Mbuzini, the average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Mbuzini is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.