March weather forecast
Stone Town, Tanzania

Moving into March, the spread of temperatures slightly widens, reflecting a rise in daily low temperatures. This month sees a considerable increase in rainfall from 42mm (1.65") to 111mm (4.37"), signaling the impending rainy season. However, this rain is typically sporadic and heavy, rather than persistent throughout the day. Compared to the drier February and the wetter April, March serves as a transitional period for Stone Town's weather. The town experiences its highest rainfall count and a high count of rainfall days, resulting in a distinctive wet pattern distinct from other months.

Temperature

The warmest period tends to be March, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 29.9°C (85.8°F) and a low of 27.2°C (81°F).

Heat index

March's heat index is evaluated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Stone Town, in March, it is raining for 24.4 days, with typically 111mm (4.37") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 255.1 rainfall days, and 1172mm (46.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Stone Town is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:28 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March translates into these guidelines:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.