March weather forecast
Busumbu, Uganda

March

Weather in March

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

Temperature

Busumbu greets March with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Busumbu registers a substantial downturn from daytime peaks throughout March nights, with an average low-temperature of 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for March is evaluated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In March, in Busumbu, the rain falls for 21.3 days. Throughout March, 106mm (4.17") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Busumbu, there are 300.8 rainfall days, and 1573mm (61.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Busumbu, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:50 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Busumbu is 9.3h.

UV index

January through March, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Busumbu. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in March translates into this advice:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Busumbu in March?
In March, in Busumbu, 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 factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Busumbu?
In March, the average relative humidity is 64%.
How many days does it rain in March in Busumbu?
In Busumbu, Uganda, in March, it is raining for 21.3 days, with typically 106mm (4.17") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow in Busumbu?
In Busumbu, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.
How many hours of daylight does Busumbu have in March?
In March, the average day length in Busumbu, Uganda, is 12h and 7min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Busumbu?
On the first day of March in Busumbu, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:50 EAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Busumbu have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March in Busumbu is 9.3h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Busumbu?
January through March, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in March in Busumbu?
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Busumbu, Uganda, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Busumbu, 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
Busumbu, 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
Busumbu, 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
Busumbu, 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
Busumbu, 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
Busumbu, 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
Busumbu, 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
Busumbu, 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
Busumbu, Uganda
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

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 2min

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
Busumbu, 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
Busumbu, 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Busumbu, Uganda
  • Average cloud cover in March: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March
Busumbu, Uganda
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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

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