March weather forecast
Mazabuka, Zambia

March

Weather in March

March stands as the month of transitions in Mazabuka's weather calendar. The difference from February is immediately noticed with a sharp decrease in rainfall to 90mm (3.54"). Gradually, the high humidity gives way to more enjoyable comfort levels. The hours of sunshine start to extend as March progresses, ushering in a more pleasant climate. March weather is characterized by transitioning trends opening gradually to brighter skies and lower moisture content.

Temperature

The transition from February to March sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.4°C (79.5°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Mazabuka, during March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Mazabuka, in March, it is raining for 23 days, with typically 90mm (3.54") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.5 rainfall days, and 718mm (28.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Mazabuka is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:11 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in March translates into this advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mazabuka in March?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 26.4°C (79.5°F) and 17.5°C (63.5°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in March?
In March, the average relative humidity in Mazabuka is 81%.
How many days does it rain in March?
In Mazabuka, in March, it is raining for 23 days, with typically 90mm (3.54") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in March?
In March, the average day length is 12h and 11min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:11 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Mazabuka have in March?
In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.
What is the UV index reading in March?
In Mazabuka, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average temperature in March
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in March: 26.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 17.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.9°C).

Average pressure in March - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average pressure in March
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average pressure in March: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average wind speed in March
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (14.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and February (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in March - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average humidity in March
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (31%).

Average rainfall in March - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average rainfall in March
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in March: 90mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (202mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average rainfall days in March
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in March: 23 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (0.2 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average sunshine days in March
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.1 days).

Average UV index in March - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average UV index in March
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average cloud cover in March
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in March - Mazabuka, Zambia
Average visibility in March
Mazabuka, Zambia
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).

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