March weather forecast
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

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Weather in March

The transition from February to March is marked by a significant decrease in rainfall, going down to 22mm (0.87"). Temperatures continue their subtle drop in March, which might warrant a light pullover during evening strolls. However, this cooler weather does not coincide with less daylight or a decrease in sunshine hours. Wind speeds follow a similar path as the previous months, ensuring a light, refreshing breeze. Summed up, March delivers stable, pleasant weather conducive to enjoying various activities in Bulawayo.

Temperature

With the start of March, Bulawayo measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.4°C (79.5°F), not significantly differing from February's 26.7°C (80.1°F). During the nights in March, Bulawayo experiences a consistent average temperature of 16.2°C (61.2°F).

Humidity

In Bulawayo, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

Rainfall

In Bulawayo, in March, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation. In Bulawayo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77.6 days and collects up to 274mm (10.79") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:06 CAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

January, March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Bulawayo. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Bulawayo?

In March, in Bulawayo, the average high-temperature is 26.4°C (79.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 16.2°C (61.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in January is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Bulawayo?

In March, the average relative humidity in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March in Bulawayo?

In Bulawayo, in March, during 9.2 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Bulawayo?

In Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, the average day length in March is 12h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Bulawayo?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:06 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bulawayo have in March?

In Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Bulawayo?

January, March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Bulawayo?

In Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Average temperature in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average high temperature in March: 26.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9°C).

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Average pressure in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Average pressure in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Average wind speed in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (12.4km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Average humidity in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

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Average rainfall in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Average rainfall in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall in March: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (64mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Average rainfall days in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.9 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Average sunshine days in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Average UV index in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, April, May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Average cloud cover in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Average visibility in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (9km).

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