March weather forecastMawungwe, Uganda

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a hot month in Mawungwe, Uganda, with temperature in the range of an average low of 17.4°C (63.3°F) and an average high of 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

The dawn of March sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), subtly contrasting with February's 31.3°C (88.3°F). March nights in Mawungwe, Uganda, bring a pronounced temperature shift, with averages hovering around a comfortable 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Heat index

In March, the average heat index is computed to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. 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 particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In Mawungwe, Uganda, during March, the rain falls for 21.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 106mm (4.17") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mawungwe, there are 300.8 rainfall days, and 1573mm (61.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Mawungwe, Uganda, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:52 EAT.

Sunshine

In Mawungwe, the average sunshine in March is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Mawungwe are January through March, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During March, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

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

Mawungwe in March has an average high-temperature of 30.3°C (86.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 17.4°C (63.3°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

The average relative humidity in March in Mawungwe is 64%.

In Mawungwe, in March, it is raining for 21.3 days, with typically 106mm (4.17") of accumulated precipitation.

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

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

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:52 EAT.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Mawungwe is 9.3h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Mawungwe is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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 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
Mawungwe, 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
Mawungwe, 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).