March weather forecast
Siavonga, Zambia

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Weather in March

March brings a significant decrease in precipitation to 117mm (4.61"), birthing the arrival of drier months in Siavonga. The high UV Index indicates a persisting brightness throughout the city. The weather gradually starts to produce warmer afternoons and cooler nights, an exquisite blend. Yet, there remains the margin of a few rainy days to remind of previous wet months. The city of Siavonga continues its grandeur under the tropical sun in March.

Temperature

The start of March brings an average high temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), closely paralleling February's weather. During the month of March, an average low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) is recorded.

Rainfall

In Siavonga, Zambia, in March, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 117mm (4.61") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Siavonga, there are 69 rainfall days, and 780mm (30.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Siavonga, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:07 CAT.

Sunshine

In Siavonga, the average sunshine in March is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Put into action all important safeguards, unprotected skin may burn swiftly. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Apply liberally and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ every two hours, and promptly after any outdoor workout or a swim.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in March?

Siavonga in March has an average high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F).

How many days does it rain in March?

In Siavonga, during March, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 117mm (4.61") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Siavonga have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:07 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Siavonga have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Siavonga?

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Siavonga is 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in March
Siavonga, Zambia

Average temperature in March - Siavonga, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in March: 31°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (27°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are October and November (23°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (12°C).

Average rainfall in March
Siavonga, Zambia

Average rainfall in March - Siavonga, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in March: 117mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (195mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Siavonga, Zambia

Average rainfall days in March - Siavonga, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h

The months with the most sunshine are May, July, August, September and October (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in March
Siavonga, Zambia

Average UV index in March - Siavonga, Zambia
  • Average UV index in March: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 7).

Siavonga, Zambia

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