March weather forecast
Ruaha National Park, Tanzania

March weather in Tanzania continues to carry vestiges of the wet season, with a slight increase in precipitation from February. An average rainfall of 133mm (5.24")intermingles with consistent daylight hours, drawing dazzling landscapes across the vast expanses of the park. Transition from longer daylight hours in February results in a convergence of conditions amicable for both flora and fauna. The high UV index lauds the use of protective sunscreen. Visitors can expect a mix of sun and showers during park explorations.

Temperature

The introduction of March in Ruaha National Park notes a subtle temperature variation to a still warm 29°C (84.2°F) from February's moderately hot 29°C (84.2°F). Ruaha National Park experiences a mean low-temperature of 19°C (66.2°F) during March.

Rainfall

In Ruaha National Park, during March, the rain falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 133mm (5.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ruaha National Park, there are 100 rainfall days, and 726mm (28.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:45 EAT.

Sunshine

In Ruaha National Park, the average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 12 transforms into these recommendations:
Utilize every vital safety procedure. Individuals with light skin may endure burns in less than 5 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. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. To guard against sunburn, use sunscreen with at least 30 SPF. It also counters the Sun's detrimental radiation effects on the immune system.