March weather forecastMatombo, Tanzania

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a moderately hot month in Matombo, Tanzania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.9°C (84°F) and an average low of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

The transition from February to March sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.9°C (84°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. An average nighttime temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) is witnessed throughout March.

Heat index

In March, the heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall in Matombo. Rain falls for 29.3 days and accumulates 256mm (10.08") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:34 EAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during March translates into the following directions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Matombo, 28.9°C (84°F) is the average high-temperature and 20.3°C (68.5°F) is the average low-temperature during March. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 35°C (95°F).

In March, the average relative humidity in Matombo, Tanzania, is 84%.

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 29.3 days and typically aggregates up to 256mm (10.08") of precipitation.

In Matombo, in March, during 29.3 rainfall days, 256mm (10.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Matombo, the average day length in March is 12h and 8min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:34 EAT.

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

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

In Matombo, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

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March

Apr

Average high temperature

29.8°C

28.9°C

27.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.9km/h

5.8km/h

6.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

0.8

1.1

0.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Matombo, Tanzania

Average high temperature in March: 28.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (26.2°C).

Average low temperature in March: 20.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and March (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (16.5°C).

Average pressure in March
Matombo, Tanzania

Average pressure in March: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Matombo, Tanzania

Average wind speed in March: 5.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (7.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Matombo, Tanzania

Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Matombo, Tanzania

Average rainfall in March: 256mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (256mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (12mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Matombo, Tanzania

Average rainfall days in March: 29.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (13.6 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Matombo, Tanzania

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

Average sunshine in March: 7h and 54min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Matombo, Tanzania

Average sunshine days in March: 1.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (0.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Matombo, Tanzania

Average UV index in March: 6

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