March weather forecastKitwe, Zambia
March
Weather in March
March in Kitwe marks the transition from the rainy season towards a period of more sunshine. The weather patterns shift noticeably from February, with a discernible decrease in rainfall, humidity, and cloudiness. Rainfall is reduced to 165mm (6.5") from 184mm (7.24") in February, decreasing the cloud cover and raising sunshine duration. Pressure begins to rise, paving the way for clearer skies and better visibility. This trend of reducing precipitation and increasing sunshine carries over to the month of April.Temperature
With the onset of March, Kitwe greets a high temperature of a still moderately hot 25.2°C (77.4°F), showing no significant variation from February. In the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 16.7°C (62.1°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 88%.Rainfall
In Kitwe, in March, during 26.2 rainfall days, 165mm (6.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154 rainfall days, and 929mm (36.57") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 10min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:10 CAT.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 7.5h.UV index
January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in March translates into this advice:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Kitwe, Zambia
- Average high temperature in March: 25.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and June (25.1°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 16.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.5°C).
Average pressure in March
Kitwe, Zambia
- Average pressure in March: 1012.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.3mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Kitwe, Zambia
- Average wind speed in March: 6.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.2km/h).
Average humidity in March
Kitwe, Zambia
- Average humidity in March: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).
Average rainfall in March
Kitwe, Zambia
- Average rainfall in March: 165mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (208mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Kitwe, Zambia
- Average rainfall days in March: 26.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kitwe, Zambia
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Kitwe, Zambia
- Average sunshine days in March: 4.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Kitwe, Zambia
- Average UV index in March: 5
The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in March
Kitwe, Zambia
- Average cloud cover in March: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in March
Kitwe, Zambia
- Average visibility in March: 6km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).
