March weather forecastPanyigoro, Uganda

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a tropical month in Panyigoro, Uganda, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22°C (71.6°F) and an average high of 34.7°C (94.5°F).

Temperature

Panyigoro marks the onset of March with an average high-temperature of a hot 34.7°C (94.5°F), a subtle shift from February's 36.4°C (97.5°F). Panyigoro 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

In March, the heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 54%.

Rainfall

In Panyigoro, Uganda, during March, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Panyigoro, there are 187 rainfall days, and 560mm (22.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 19:02 EAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, 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 rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March leads to these instructions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.