March weather forecast
Mbale, Uganda

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Weather in March

March indicates a transition towards the warmer part of the year in Mbale. The temperature remains fairly stable with a slight dip compared to February. Rainfall begins to increase significantly in this month, hinting at the approaching wet season. Despite the higher precipitation, the weather remains mostly clear with high visibility. As the month progresses, expect to feel increased humidity and more frequent rainfall.

Temperature

As March unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Mbale's average low-temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F) in March reflects a significant disparity from the daytime highs.

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 62%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 21.3 days. Throughout March, 136mm (5.35") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, 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 in Mbale.

Daylight

In Mbale, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Mbale is 9.1h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during March leads to these advisories:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is March in Mbale?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Mbale, is 28.8°C (83.8°F) and the average low-temperature is 16.8°C (62.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in March is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Mbale?

The average relative humidity in March in Mbale, Uganda, is 62%.

How many days does it rain in March in Mbale?

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

When it does not snow in Mbale?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Mbale?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Mbale?

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Mbale?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mbale, Uganda

Average temperature in March - Mbale, 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).

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Average pressure in March
Mbale, Uganda

Average pressure in March - Mbale, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Mbale, Uganda

Average wind speed in March - Mbale, 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).

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Average humidity in March
Mbale, Uganda

Average humidity in March - Mbale, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Mbale, Uganda

Average rainfall in March - Mbale, 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).

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Average rainfall days in March
Mbale, Uganda

Average rainfall days in March - Mbale, 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).

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Average snowfall days in March
Mbale, Uganda

Average snowfall days in March - Mbale, 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).

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

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

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Mbale, Uganda

Average sunshine days in March - Mbale, 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).

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Average UV index in March
Mbale, Uganda

Average UV index in March - Mbale, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Mbale, Uganda

Average cloud cover in March - Mbale, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Mbale, Uganda

Average visibility in March - Mbale, 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).

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