March weather forecastButinde, Uganda

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Butinde, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.4°C (63.3°F) and 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

March experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), barely different from February's 31.3°C (88.3°F). Butinde logs a notable disparity from the daily highs during March, as the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Heat index

March's heat index is computed to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.

Humidity

In Butinde, the average relative humidity in March is 64%.

Rainfall

In March, in Butinde, the rain falls for 21.3 days. Throughout March, 106mm (4.17") of precipitation is accumulated. In Butinde, Uganda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 300.8 days and collects up to 1573mm (61.93") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March in Butinde, Uganda, 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.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine 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 Butinde. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer 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. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

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

The high-temperature, in March, in Butinde, is 30.3°C (86.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to 17.4°C (63.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in March is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

The average relative humidity in March is 64%.

In March, the rain falls for 21.3 days. Throughout March, 106mm (4.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

The average day length in March in Butinde, Uganda, 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, in Butinde, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.

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

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

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

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

31.3°C

30.3°C

27.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.4km/h

7.3km/h

6.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

0.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Butinde, 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
Butinde, 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
Butinde, 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
Butinde, 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
Butinde, 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
Butinde, 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
Butinde, 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
Butinde, 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
Butinde, Uganda

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

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