March weather forecast
Shakawe, Botswana

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Weather in March

Shakawe in March experiences more subtle changes from February as the high slips to 29.8°C (85.6°F) and rainfalls decrease further. A transitional period from the wet to dry season, March experiences less rainfall. The humidity also drops, providing a relatively drier environment. A gradual increase in sunshine hours is also marked, turning weather noticeably warmer. Winds remain gently constant, making the days pleasantly warm under the Botswana sun.

Temperature

Shakawe ushers in March with an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. Shakawe, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 19.3°C (66.7°F).

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is computed to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In March, in Shakawe, Botswana, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout March, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shakawe, there are 110.8 rainfall days, and 429mm (16.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shakawe, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of March in Shakawe, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:34 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Shakawe is 8.9h.

UV index

In Shakawe, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Shakawe in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Shakawe, records 29.8°C (85.6°F), while the low-temperature is 19.3°C (66.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Shakawe?

In March, the average relative humidity in Shakawe is 64%.

How many days does it rain in March in Shakawe?

In March, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout March, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shakawe have in March?

In Shakawe, Botswana, the average day length in March is 12h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Shakawe?

On the first day of March in Shakawe, Botswana, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:34 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Shakawe?

In Shakawe, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Shakawe?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shakawe, Botswana

Average temperature in March - Shakawe, Botswana
  • Average high temperature in March: 29.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (36.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (25.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (22.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.9°C).

Average pressure in March
Shakawe, Botswana

Average pressure in March - Shakawe, Botswana
  • Average pressure in March: 1011.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Shakawe, Botswana

Average wind speed in March - Shakawe, Botswana
  • Average wind speed in March: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (10.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, March and December (8km/h).

Average humidity in March
Shakawe, Botswana

Average humidity in March - Shakawe, Botswana
  • Average humidity in March: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (21%).

Average rainfall in March
Shakawe, Botswana

Average rainfall in March - Shakawe, Botswana
  • Average rainfall in March: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (113mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Shakawe, Botswana

Average rainfall days in March - Shakawe, Botswana
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shakawe, Botswana

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shakawe, Botswana
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shakawe, Botswana

Average sunshine days in March - Shakawe, Botswana
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7 days).

Average UV index in March
Shakawe, Botswana

Average UV index in March - Shakawe, Botswana
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Shakawe, Botswana

Average cloud cover in March - Shakawe, Botswana
  • Average cloud cover in March: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in March
Shakawe, Botswana

Average visibility in March - Shakawe, Botswana
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

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

Shakawe, Botswana

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