March weather forecast
Samfya, 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.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?
In Samfya, in March, the average high-temperature is 25.7°C (78.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 17.5°C (63.5°F).
What is the most humid month?
January through March, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in March in Samfya?
In March, the average relative humidity is 87%.
How much does it rain in March?
In Samfya, during March, the rain falls for 26.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 258mm (10.16") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in March?
In March, the average day length is 12h and 10min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March?
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.
How long on average sun shines in March in Samfya?
In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
January, March through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in March?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
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 1min

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 4min

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).

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