March weather forecastMkushi, Zambia
March
Weather in March
As Mkushi transitions from February to March, notable shifts occur in the weather pattern. The most significant change lies in the amount of rainfall, which drops dramatically from February's 144mm (5.67") to 95mm (3.74") in March. March ushers in the arrival of drier weather conditions, allowing for extended periods of outdoor activities. The period of fresh mornings, sunny afternoons, and cool nights prevails. These weather conditions make this month attractive for various outdoor adventures.Temperature
March's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.3°C (75.7°F), showing a minute difference from February's 24.4°C (75.9°F). March's nights in Mkushi observe an average temperature of 16°C (60.8°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 87%.Rainfall
In Mkushi, Zambia, in March, it is raining for 22 days, with typically 95mm (3.74") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.8 rainfall days, and 672mm (26.46") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Mkushi is 12h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:05 CAT.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 7.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average high temperature in March: 24.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.3°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 16°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.5°C).
Average pressure in March
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average pressure in March: 1012.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average wind speed in March: 7.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.3km/h).
Average humidity in March
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average humidity in March: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (37%).
Average rainfall in March
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average rainfall in March: 95mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (168mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average rainfall days in March: 22 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (0.8 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mkushi, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average sunshine days in March: 7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average UV index in March: 5
The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in March
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average cloud cover in March: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in March
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average visibility in March: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (6km).
