March weather forecastVisiga, Tanzania

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Visiga, is still a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.1°C (77.2°F) and 30.9°C (87.6°F).

Temperature

Visiga experiences the peak of its temperatures in February and March, when the average high-temperatures rise to 30.9°C (87.6°F).

Heat index

For March, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In Visiga, Tanzania, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 26.1 days. Throughout March, 92mm (3.62") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Visiga, there are 255.3 rainfall days, and 734mm (28.9") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Visiga, Tanzania, is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:30 EAT.

Sunshine

In Visiga, the average sunshine in March is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in March translates into this advice:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Updated: Feb 6, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Peak temperatures are observed in February and March, averaging a high-temperature of 30.9°C (87.6°F).

In March, in Visiga, the average high-temperature is 30.9°C (87.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.1°C (77.2°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 40°C (104°F).

In March, the average relative humidity in Visiga, Tanzania, is 79%.

In Visiga, Tanzania, in March, it is raining for 26.1 days, with typically 92mm (3.62") of accumulated precipitation.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, in Visiga, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:30 EAT.

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

The months with the highest UV index in Visiga, Tanzania, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Visiga, Tanzania, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

30.9°C

29.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13km/h

10.4km/h

12.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

5.1

2.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Visiga, Tanzania

Average high temperature in March: 30.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.6°C).

Average low temperature in March: 25.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (21.3°C).

Average pressure in March
Visiga, Tanzania

Average pressure in March: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Visiga, Tanzania

Average wind speed in March: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.5km/h).

Average humidity in March
Visiga, Tanzania

Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Visiga, Tanzania

Average rainfall in March: 92mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (154mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Visiga, Tanzania

Average rainfall days in March: 26.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (26.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (17.5 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Visiga, 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: 8h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Visiga, Tanzania

Average sunshine days in March: 3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (7.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (2.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Visiga, Tanzania

Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
Visiga, Tanzania

Average cloud cover in March: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Visiga, Tanzania

Average visibility in March: 10km

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