March weather forecast
Shibam, Yemen

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Weather in March

March signals the onset of pronounced warming, with daytime temperatures escalating to 28.2°C (82.8°F). This change over February defines the transition of Shibam's weather into the warmer phase of the year. Dry spells recede slightly, generating 7mm (0.28") of rainfall over approximately four days. An increase in daylight to 12.1 hours and substantial sunshine of 9.5 hours bolsters climatic warming. Meanwhile, wind speeds register a minor increment, yet pose no significant influence on the weather.

Temperature

Entering March, Shibam's average high-temperature reads a still moderately hot 28.2°C (82.8°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. During March nights, Shibam records an average temperature of 19.9°C (67.8°F).

Heat index

March's heat index is appraised at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Shibam is 58%.

Rainfall

In March, in Shibam, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout March, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated. In Shibam, Yemen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 35.5 days and collects up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of March in Shibam, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:58 +03.

Sunshine

In Shibam, the average sunshine in March is 9.5h.

UV index

In Shibam, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in March transforms into this advice:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Shibam during March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Shibam, records 28.2°C (82.8°F), while the low-temperature is 19.9°C (67.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Shibam?

The average relative humidity in March in Shibam, Yemen, is 58%.

How many days does it rain in March in Shibam?

In Shibam, in March, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation.

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

In Shibam, the average day length in March is 12h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Shibam?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, in Shibam, Yemen, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:58 +03.

How many hours of sunshine does Shibam have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Shibam is 9.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Shibam?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Shibam is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Shibam, Yemen

Average temperature in March - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average high temperature in March: 28.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (28.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°C).

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Average pressure in March
Shibam, Yemen

Average pressure in March - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average pressure in March: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1003.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Shibam, Yemen

Average wind speed in March - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.5km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Shibam, Yemen

Average humidity in March - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average humidity in March: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (50%).

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Average rainfall in March
Shibam, Yemen

Average rainfall in March - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average rainfall in March: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (13mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Shibam, Yemen

Average rainfall days in March - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average rainfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (5.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shibam, Yemen

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Shibam, Yemen

Average sunshine days in March - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average sunshine days in March: 27.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (22.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Shibam, Yemen

Average UV index in March - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in March
Shibam, Yemen

Average cloud cover in March - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average cloud cover in March: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).
The months with the least cloud cover are October and December (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in March
Shibam, Yemen

Average visibility in March - Shibam, Yemen
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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

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