March weather forecast
Mwenezi, Zimbabwe

March, the first month of the autumn in Mwenezi, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.3°C (66.7°F) and an average high of 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

March's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), diverging marginally from February's 31.3°C (88.3°F). Throughout the month of March, the average temperature dips to a refreshing 19.3°C (66.7°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index in March is calculated to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Mwenezi, during March, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 126.2 rainfall days, and 438mm (17.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of March, in Mwenezi, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:57 CAT.

Sunshine

In Mwenezi, the average sunshine in March is 8.8h.

UV index

In Mwenezi, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.