March weather forecastKisansya, Uganda

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Kisansya, is still a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.7°C (94.5°F) and min 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

As Kisansya transitions from February to March, the average high-temperatures adjust to a hot 34.7°C (94.5°F), nearly the same as the previous 36.4°C (97.5°F). Kisansya demonstrates a significant disparity from daytime highs throughout the month of March, with an average nighttime temperature of 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

March's mean heat index is calculated to be a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 54%.

Rainfall

In Kisansya, in March, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation. In Kisansya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187 days and collects up to 560mm (22.05") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of March, in Kisansya, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 19:02 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.