March weather forecast
Arapai, Uganda

March, the first month of the spring in Arapai, is still a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.3°C (66.7°F) and an average high of 33°C (91.4°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a still hot 33°C (91.4°F) in March, hardly different from the 34.3°C (93.7°F) recorded in February. Arapai, amid March nights, sees a noteworthy disparity from daily highs with an average temperature of 19.3°C (66.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index in March is appraised at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 57%.

Rainfall

In Arapai, in March, during 16.6 rainfall days, 75mm (2.95") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Arapai, Uganda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 267.3 days and collects up to 1415mm (55.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Arapai, Uganda, is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of March, in Arapai, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:53 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in March interprets into the following advice:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.