March weather forecastBugitimwa, Uganda

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a moderately hot month in Bugitimwa, Uganda, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and an average low of 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Temperature

Bugitimwa experiences a minor change to a moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F) in average high-temperature during March, closely reflecting February. In March, Bugitimwa endures a notable temperature shift from day to night, with lows averaging at a comfortable 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Bugitimwa is 62%.

Rainfall

In Bugitimwa, during March, the rain falls for 21.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 136mm (5.35") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 301.2 rainfall days, and 2204mm (86.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Bugitimwa.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:50 EAT.

Sunshine

In Bugitimwa, the average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bugitimwa are 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 16.8°C (62.2°F) respectively. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).

In Bugitimwa, Uganda, the average relative humidity in March is 62%.

In March, the rain falls for 21.3 days. Throughout March, 136mm (5.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Bugitimwa, Uganda.

In Bugitimwa, Uganda, the average day length in March is 12h and 7min.

On the first day of March in Bugitimwa, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:50 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in March in Bugitimwa, Uganda, is 9.1h.

The months with the highest UV index in Bugitimwa, Uganda, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Bugitimwa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Bugitimwa, Uganda

  • Average high temperature in March: 28.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (15°C).

Average pressure in March
Bugitimwa, Uganda

  • Average pressure in March: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Bugitimwa, Uganda

  • Average wind speed in March: 5.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (5.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Bugitimwa, Uganda

  • Average humidity in March: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (52%).

Average rainfall in March
Bugitimwa, Uganda

  • Average rainfall in March: 136mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (319mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (42mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Bugitimwa, Uganda

  • Average rainfall days in March: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average snowfall days in March
Bugitimwa, Uganda

  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bugitimwa, Uganda

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 6min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bugitimwa, Uganda

  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0 days).

Average UV index in March
Bugitimwa, Uganda

  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Bugitimwa, Uganda

  • Average cloud cover in March: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March
Bugitimwa, Uganda

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May and June (8km).