March weather forecast
Kumasi, Ghana

In Kumasi, the weather in March signals the beginning of the rainy season. With rainfall increasing to a significant 137mm (5.39"). Weather patterns become a bit more unpredictable, with additional rain equating to less sunshine in a day despite longer daylight hours. Although temperatures remain reasonably steady, the increased humidity due to more frequent rainfall is an apparent change. This upswing in rainfall, though, signals the beginning of the city's first rainy season.

Temperature

The onset of March in Kumasi brings with it an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.9°C (91.2°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before. Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 22.3°C (72.1°F) in March.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout March, 137mm (5.39") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kumasi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 1402mm (55.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kumasi, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:15 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Kumasi is 6.6h.

UV index

February through May, August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 12 in March translates into these instructions:
Enforce all necessary safety measures, unprotected skin may suffer burns swiftly. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Even if the day is cloudy, sunscreen with SPF of at least 30 should be applied generously and reapplied often, particularly after swimming or outdoor exercise.