March weather forecast
Tanzania

March ushers in the long rainy season in Tanzania, commonly known as the 'Masika'. Rainfall in March noticeably increases, usually exceeding 100mm (3.94") and can go beyond 200mm (7.87") in certain regions, especially towards the end of the month. The weather becomes less predictable, which may cause disruptions to outdoor activities and travel plans.

Temperature ranges in March generally remain consistent with the previous months. The coastal regions and islands such as Zanzibar, Pemba, and Mafia maintain their warm and humid conditions with temperatures typically between 27°C (80.6°F) and 33°C (91.4°F). The northern and southern highlands, including regions around Mount Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti, and Mbeya, witness more temperate climates, with temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 25°C (77°F).

Dar es Salaam continues to experience hot and humid conditions due to its coastal location, with average temperatures consistently above 30°C (86°F). In contrast, Dodoma, situated in the central part of the country, witnesses temperatures typically between 20°C (68°F) to 30°C (86°F) in March.

In comparison to February, March is generally wetter and slightly cooler due to the onset of the long rainy season. This season, while providing nourishment to the flora and fauna of the region, can cause difficulties in road travel due to muddy conditions, particularly in more remote areas. Nevertheless, the increase in rainfall and vibrant green landscapes can provide a unique and picturesque experience for visitors to Tanzania.

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• Dar es Salaam - March »
  The months with the warmest seawater in Dar es Salaam are March and April, with an average sea temperature of 29.2°C (84.6°F). In Dar es Salaam during March, the rain falls for 26.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 92mm (3.62") of precipitation.
• Dodoma - March »
  March and April, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Dodoma. In Dodoma in March, during 21.3 rainfall days, 113mm (4.45") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Mwanza - March »
  January, March, May through November, with an average high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are the warmest months in Mwanza. The warmest period in Mwanza, with an average high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), falls in January, March, May through November.
• Arusha - March »
  In Arusha in March, during 14 rainfall days, 180mm (7.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Arusha, in March, during 14 rainfall days, 180mm (7.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Mbeya - March »
  On the first day of March in Mbeya, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:06. In Mbeya during March, the rain falls for 28.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 242mm (9.53") of precipitation.
• Morogoro - March »
  The month with the most rainfall in Morogoro is March, when the rain falls for 29.3 days and typically aggregates up to 256mm (10.08") of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Morogoro is March, when the rain falls for 29.3 days and typically aggregates up to 256mm (10.08") of precipitation.
• Tanga - March »
  March registers as the month with the average highest temperatures in Tanga, reaching 33.3°C (91.9°F) at its peak and 23.6°C (74.5°F) at the lowest. Tanga's temperatures peak on average in March, reaching 33.3°C (91.9°F) at their highest and 23.6°C (74.5°F) at their lowest.
• Kigoma - March »
  In Kigoma in March, it is raining for 27.9 days, with typically 170mm (6.69") of accumulated precipitation. January through March, May through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Kigoma.
• Moshi - March »
  In Moshi, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 110mm (4.33") of accumulated precipitation. In Moshi, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 110mm (4.33") of accumulated precipitation.
• Songea - March »
  The month with the most rainfall in Songea is March, when the rain falls for 27.9 days and typically aggregates up to 205mm (8.07") of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Songea is March, when the rain falls for 27.9 days and typically aggregates up to 205mm (8.07") of precipitation.
• Musoma - March »
  On the first day of March in Musoma, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:01. In Musoma March marks an abrupt alteration in the region's weather parameters from the preceding month.
• Iringa - March »
  March is the most humid month in Iringa with an average relative humidity of 86%. With an average relative humidity of 86%, March is the most humid month in Iringa.