March weather forecastNgonini, Swaziland

March

Weather in March

March sees a slight drop in temperature, with the highest reported average dropping to 28.3°C (82.9°F). This decrease in temperature is accompanied by less rainfall as compared to February, with rainfall days showing a decrease as well. The relative pressure rises to 1016mb suggesting fair weather. There are more sunshine hours allowing for longer, brighter days, with the visibility often reaching 8km (5mi). Despite these changes, the UV index remains at 6, underlying the necessity of taking precautions when exposed to direct sunlight.

Temperature

The transition from February to March sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. During the month of March, Ngonini anticipates a mean low-temperature of 17.6°C (63.7°F).

Heat index

In March, the average heat index is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. 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 months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Ngonini, in March, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation. In Ngonini, Swaziland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.5 days and collects up to 488mm (19.21") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ngonini, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:53 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in March leads to these recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in March, in Ngonini, records 28.3°C (82.9°F), while the low-temperature is 17.6°C (63.7°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Ngonini are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

The average relative humidity in March in Ngonini is 78%.

In Ngonini, during March, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation.

In March, the average day length is 12h and 14min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:53 SAST.

In Ngonini, the average sunshine duration in March is 9h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

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

  • Average high temperature in March: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (29.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 17.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (10.6°C).

Average pressure in March
Ngonini, Swaziland

  • Average pressure in March: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Ngonini, Swaziland

  • Average wind speed in March: 6.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (8.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and May (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in March
Ngonini, Swaziland

  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

Average rainfall in March
Ngonini, Swaziland

  • Average rainfall in March: 58mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Ngonini, Swaziland

  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.8 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ngonini, Swaziland

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ngonini, Swaziland

  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Ngonini, Swaziland

  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Ngonini, Swaziland

  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
Ngonini, Swaziland

  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (8km).