March weather forecast
Mumbwa, Zambia

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Weather in March

March witnesses a transition from the wet season to the onset of the dry season. The weather is defined by reducing rainfall and humidity levels. The observable pattern indicates a drastic drop in rainfall recorded, registering just 104mm (4.09") compared to February's volume. The reduction in rainfall is accompanied by an upsurge in temperatures, indicative of the gradual transition to the dry season. Hence, the weather in March embodies the transformation of the climatic conditions in Mumbwa, moving from a wet and cold environment to a gradually warming and drying landscape.

Temperature

Mumbwa marks the start of March with an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.9°C (78.6°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from February's 25.7°C (78.3°F). Throughout March, Mumbwa encounters an average temperature drop to an enjoyable 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 24.4 days. Throughout March, 104mm (4.09") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mumbwa, Zambia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.7 days and collects up to 896mm (35.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.

Sunshine

In Mumbwa, the average sunshine in March is 7.9h.

UV index

In Mumbwa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature during March is 25.9°C (78.6°F) and the low-temperature is 16.8°C (62.2°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Mumbwa?

The average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Mumbwa, during March, the rain falls for 24.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 104mm (4.09") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Mumbwa?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Mumbwa, Zambia, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mumbwa, Zambia

Average temperature in March - Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in March: 25.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (20.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Mumbwa, Zambia

Average pressure in March - Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average pressure in March: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and November (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Mumbwa, Zambia

Average wind speed in March - Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Mumbwa, Zambia

Average humidity in March - Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (29%).

Average rainfall in March
Mumbwa, Zambia

Average rainfall in March - Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in March: 104mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (237mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Mumbwa, Zambia

Average rainfall days in March - Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in March: 24.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (0.3 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mumbwa, Zambia

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mumbwa, Zambia

Average sunshine days in March - Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Mumbwa, Zambia

Average UV index in March - Mumbwa, Zambia
  • 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 January, May and June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Mumbwa, Zambia

Average cloud cover in March - Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in March
Mumbwa, Zambia

Average visibility in March - Mumbwa, Zambia
  • Average visibility in March: 7km

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 (7km).

Mumbwa, Zambia

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