March weather forecast
Masaka, Uganda

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Weather in March

In March, Masaka witnesses a significant shift in the weather outlook. Along with distinctively higher humidity, the apex of rainfall arrives at 93mm (3.66"), rendering it the year's first noticeably wetter month. The increment in precipitation is coupled with a decrease in sunshine hours, creating an overall damp ambiance. Despite the higher precipitation, temperatures remain uniform and the wind speed is relatively stable. March in Masaka, therefore, typically signals the onset of the more substantial rainy phase of the year.

Temperature

Masaka's average high-temperature in March is a still warm 26.8°C (80.2°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 27.5°C (81.5°F) of February. Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 17.9°C (64.2°F) is expected.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Masaka, Uganda, in March, it is raining for 23.7 days, with typically 93mm (3.66") of accumulated precipitation. In Masaka, Uganda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 253.4 days and collects up to 1018mm (40.08") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Masaka is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 19:00 EAT.

Sunshine

In Masaka, Uganda, the average sunshine in March is 9h.

UV index

January through March, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Masaka. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Masaka?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Masaka, Uganda, during March are 26.8°C (80.2°F) and 17.9°C (64.2°F) respectively. In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Masaka?

In March, the average relative humidity in Masaka, Uganda, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Masaka?

In Masaka, Uganda, in March, during 23.7 rainfall days, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Masaka?

The average day length in March in Masaka, Uganda, is 12h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Masaka?

On the first day of March in Masaka, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 19:00 EAT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Masaka?

The average sunshine duration in March in Masaka, Uganda, is 9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Masaka?

The months with the highest UV index in Masaka, Uganda, are January through March, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in March in Masaka?

In Masaka, Uganda, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Masaka, Uganda

Average temperature in March - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average high temperature in March: 26.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (23.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 17.9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February and August (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (16.7°C).

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Average pressure in March
Masaka, Uganda

Average pressure in March - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average pressure in March: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Masaka, Uganda

Average wind speed in March - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7.7km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Masaka, Uganda

Average humidity in March - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and November (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (66%).

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Average rainfall in March
Masaka, Uganda

Average rainfall in March - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average rainfall in March: 93mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (159mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (16mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Masaka, Uganda

Average rainfall days in March - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average rainfall days in March: 23.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (28.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (10.6 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Masaka, Uganda

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are January, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Masaka, Uganda

Average sunshine days in March - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average sunshine days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Masaka, Uganda

Average UV index in March - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average UV index in March: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Masaka, Uganda

Average cloud cover in March - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average cloud cover in March: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in March
Masaka, Uganda

Average visibility in March - Masaka, Uganda
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (9km).

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