March weather forecast
Nchelenge, Zambia

March

Weather in March

March marks the meeting point of the rainy and warm seasons in Nchelenge, creating a unique climate blend. With a minor temperature increase compared to February, the average high temperature hovers around 25°C (77°F). As the month progresses, humidity continues to reign high while the rainfall total peaks at 342mm (13.46"), the maximum for the year. However, one might experience slightly less wind than in the preceding months. Despite being one of the wettest months, March still offers moderately generous sunshine hours.

Temperature

March's onset in Nchelenge, Zambia, sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 25°C (77°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Throughout March nights, Nchelenge registers an average low-temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 90%, March is the most humid month in Nchelenge.

Rainfall

In Nchelenge, in March, during 30.6 rainfall days, 342mm (13.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 207.7 rainfall days, and 1883mm (74.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Nchelenge is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:09 CAT.

Sunshine

In Nchelenge, the average sunshine in March is 7h.

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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?
The high-temperature, in March, in Nchelenge, records 25°C (77°F), while the low-temperature is 16.8°C (62.2°F).
What is the most humid month?
With an average relative humidity of 90%, March is the most humid month.
What is the average humidity in March?
In March, the average relative humidity is 90%.
How many days does it rain in March?
In Nchelenge, in March, it is raining for 30.6 days, with typically 342mm (13.46") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in March?
The average day length in March is 12h and 9min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March?
On the first day of March in Nchelenge, Zambia, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:09 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in March?
In Nchelenge, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index reading in March?
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average UV index
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Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Nchelenge, Zambia
Average temperature in March
Nchelenge, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in March: 25°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (33°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (19.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (13.2°C).

Average pressure in March - Nchelenge, Zambia
Average pressure in March
Nchelenge, Zambia
  • Average pressure in March: 1012.4mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Nchelenge, Zambia
Average wind speed in March
Nchelenge, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5km/h).

Average humidity in March - Nchelenge, Zambia
Average humidity in March
Nchelenge, Zambia
  • Average humidity in March: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

Average rainfall in March - Nchelenge, Zambia
Average rainfall in March
Nchelenge, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in March: 342mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (381mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Nchelenge, Zambia
Average rainfall days in March
Nchelenge, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in March: 30.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.6 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March - Nchelenge, Zambia
Average sunshine days in March
Nchelenge, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (0.2 days).

Average UV index in March - Nchelenge, Zambia
Average UV index in March
Nchelenge, Zambia
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are August and September (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 - Nchelenge, Zambia
Average cloud cover in March
Nchelenge, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in March - Nchelenge, Zambia
Average visibility in March
Nchelenge, Zambia
  • Average visibility in March: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (7km).

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