March weather forecastSolwezi, Zambia
March
Weather in March
The intensity of the rainy season begins to ease off in March, causing a transition from the saturated February climate. However, it is the decrease in the lowest temperature to 15.9°C (60.6°F) that sets this month apart. The reduction in rainfall is marginal, still, more sunshine hours begin to creep in, signaling forthcoming drier months. Consistently, the visibility improves during this month thanks to the reduced cloud coverage following rainfall.Temperature
With the shift into March, Solwezi maintains an average high temperature of a still warm 24.5°C (76.1°F), reflecting the same thermal conditions as the previous month. In March, Solwezi reports a consistent average low-temperature of 15.9°C (60.6°F) during the nights.Humidity
January through March, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Solwezi, in March, it is raining for 28.8 days, with typically 200mm (7.87") of accumulated precipitation. In Solwezi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.2 days and collects up to 1174mm (46.22") of precipitation.Daylight
In Solwezi, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:18 CAT.
Sunshine
March has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.UV index
January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Solwezi. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Solwezi, Zambia
- Average high temperature in March: 24.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 15.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (9.9°C).
Average pressure in March
Solwezi, Zambia
- Average pressure in March: 1012.7mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Solwezi, Zambia
- Average wind speed in March: 6.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (10.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and December (6km/h).
Average humidity in March
Solwezi, Zambia
- Average humidity in March: 89%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).
Average rainfall in March
Solwezi, Zambia
- Average rainfall in March: 200mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (257mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Solwezi, Zambia
- Average rainfall days in March: 28.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Solwezi, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Solwezi, Zambia
- Average sunshine days in March: 1.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Solwezi, 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, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in March
Solwezi, Zambia
- Average cloud cover in March: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in March
Solwezi, Zambia
- Average visibility in March: 6km
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 (6km).
