March weather forecastKagumu, Uganda

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a warm month in Kagumu, 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

The commencement of March introduces an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Kagumu's temperature in March declines substantially from daytime highs, settling at a consistent average of 16.8°C (62.2°F) during the nights.

Heat index

March's mean heat index is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kagumu, in March, it is raining for 21.3 days, with typically 136mm (5.35") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kagumu, 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.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March, 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 18:52 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Kagumu is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during March translates into the following directions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. 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 hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kagumu, Uganda, are 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 16.8°C (62.2°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in March is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

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

In Kagumu, during March, the rain falls for 21.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 136mm (5.35") of precipitation.

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

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

On the first day of March, 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 18:52 EAT.

In Kagumu, Uganda, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.1h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Kagumu is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Kagumu, 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
Kagumu, 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
Kagumu, 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
Kagumu, 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
Kagumu, 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
Kagumu, 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
Kagumu, 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
Kagumu, 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
Kagumu, 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
Kagumu, 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
Kagumu, 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
Kagumu, 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).