March weather forecastMkunguni, Tanzania

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Mkunguni, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 27.2°C (81°F) and 29.9°C (85.8°F).

Temperature

In Mkunguni, the peak temperatures are generally noted in March, averaging a high of 29.9°C (85.8°F) and a low of 27.2°C (81°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is appraised at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In Mkunguni, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Mkunguni, in March, it is raining for 24.4 days, with typically 111mm (4.37") of accumulated precipitation. In Mkunguni, during the entire year, the rain falls for 255.1 days and collects up to 1172mm (46.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mkunguni, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of March in Mkunguni, Tanzania, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:27 EAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Mkunguni is 8.8h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in March translates into these instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Updated: Feb 5, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

March is the warmest month in Mkunguni, exhibiting average temperatures of 29.9°C (85.8°F) at the peak and 27.2°C (81°F) at the base.

Mkunguni in March has an average high-temperature of 29.9°C (85.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 27.2°C (81°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in March is appraised at 36°C (96.8°F).

In Mkunguni, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

In Mkunguni, Tanzania, in March, it is raining for 24.4 days, with typically 111mm (4.37") of accumulated precipitation.

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

On the first day of March in Mkunguni, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:27 EAT.

In Mkunguni, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.8h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Mkunguni is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

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

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

29.6°C

29.9°C

29.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.5km/h

13.7km/h

16.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

7.9

4.7

1.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Mkunguni, Tanzania

Average high temperature in March: 29.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (29.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26.8°C).

Average low temperature in March: 27.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (27.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.5°C).

Average pressure in March
Mkunguni, Tanzania

Average pressure in March: 1010.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Mkunguni, Tanzania

Average wind speed in March: 12.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (20.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (11.8km/h).

Average humidity in March
Mkunguni, Tanzania

Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, April, May and November (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Mkunguni, Tanzania

Average rainfall in March: 111mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (296mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (31mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Mkunguni, Tanzania

Average rainfall days in March: 24.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (27.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.2 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mkunguni, 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 48min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mkunguni, Tanzania

Average sunshine days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (7.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Mkunguni, Tanzania

Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Mkunguni, Tanzania

Average cloud cover in March: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Mkunguni, Tanzania

Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (9km).