March weather forecastSamfya, Zambia
March
Weather in March
Following February's damp atmosphere, March sees a marked reduction in precipitation. The cloudy skies slowly give way to clearer vistas, affording more sunlight hours. The prevailing winds gradually intensify, ushering a pleasant breeze through the town. Temperatures regain some warmth, hinting towards the imminent arrival of summer months. Despite these transitions, rainfall remains a substantial feature, amounting to 258mm (10.16") on average.Temperature
March records an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.7°C (78.3°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. During the month of March, the temperature falls to an average of 17.5°C (63.5°F).Humidity
January through March, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Samfya, in March, during 26.9 rainfall days, 258mm (10.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.8 rainfall days, and 1243mm (48.94") 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 06:04 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:05 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March in Samfya is 7.6h.UV index
January, March through June 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 medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: During March, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Average temperature in March
Samfya, Zambia
- Average high temperature in March: 25.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 17.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (20.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12°C).
Average pressure in March
Samfya, Zambia
- Average pressure in March: 1012.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Samfya, Zambia
- Average wind speed in March: 7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.4km/h).
Average humidity in March
Samfya, Zambia
- Average humidity in March: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).
Average rainfall in March
Samfya, Zambia
- Average rainfall in March: 258mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (267mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Samfya, Zambia
- Average rainfall days in March: 26.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Samfya, Zambia
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Samfya, Zambia
- Average sunshine days in March: 3.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Samfya, 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, March, April, May, June and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in March
Samfya, Zambia
- Average cloud cover in March: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in March
Samfya, 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 and March (7km).
