March weather forecastMzinga, Tanzania

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Mzinga, is also a moderately hot month, 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

Stepping into March, Mzinga records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.9°C (84°F), almost consistent with February. Mzinga's March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index for March is computed to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Mzinga is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of March, in Mzinga, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:34 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Mzinga is 7.9h.

UV index

January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Mzinga. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.