March weather forecastBukusi, Uganda

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a tropical month in Bukusi, Uganda, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.3°C (86.5°F) and min 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Temperature

The start of March sees the average high-temperature at a still hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), showing little difference from February's 31.3°C (88.3°F). The significant decline in Bukusi's temperature, from day to night, averages of 17.4°C (63.3°F) in March.

Heat index

In March, the average heat index is estimated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Bukusi, Uganda, is 64%.

Rainfall

In Bukusi, Uganda, in March, during 21.3 rainfall days, 106mm (4.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bukusi, Uganda, there are 300.8 rainfall days, and 1573mm (61.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Bukusi, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

Daylight

In Bukusi, Uganda, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of March, in Bukusi, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

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

In March, in Bukusi, the average high-temperature is 30.3°C (86.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 17.4°C (63.3°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).

The average relative humidity in March in Bukusi, Uganda, is 64%.

In Bukusi, in March, it is raining for 21.3 days, with typically 106mm (4.17") of accumulated precipitation.

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

The average day length in March in Bukusi is 12h and 7min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

In Bukusi, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.3h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Bukusi, Uganda, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Average high temperature

31.3°C

30.3°C

27.3°C

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Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.4km/h

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6.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

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0.6

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Average temperature in March
Bukusi, Uganda

Average high temperature in March: 30.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (25.2°C).

Average low temperature in March: 17.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.5°C).

Average pressure in March
Bukusi, Uganda

Average pressure in March: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Bukusi, Uganda

Average wind speed in March: 6.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in March
Bukusi, Uganda

Average humidity in March: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (55%).

Average rainfall in March
Bukusi, Uganda

Average rainfall in March: 106mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (257mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (36mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Bukusi, Uganda

Average rainfall days in March: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (30.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bukusi, Uganda

Average snowfall in March: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Bukusi, 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
Bukusi, 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 18min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bukusi, Uganda

Average sunshine days in March: 6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (0.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Bukusi, Uganda

Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and October (UV index 5).