March weather forecast
Yemen

March signals the arrival of spring in Yemen and the gradual transition from cooler to warmer conditions. Average temperatures across the country in March range from 18°C (64.4°F) to 29°C (84.2°F), a noticeable increase from the winter months of January and February.

In the capital city of Sana'a, located in the highlands, temperatures typically range from 13°C (55.4°F) to 23°C (73.4°F), a modest rise compared to the winter months. Coastal Aden experiences a more pronounced increase, with temperatures ranging from 24°C (75.2°F) to 31°C (87.8°F), signalling the beginning of the warmer season.

Comparatively, March presents a shift from the consistent cooler conditions experienced in February, initiating the progression towards the intense heat typical of the summer months. This trend is expected to continue into April, which is generally warmer.

Rainfall in March remains relatively scarce across most parts of the country. However, it marks the beginning of the minimal rainy season in the highlands, where occasional light showers may occur. Humidity in coastal areas begins to increase slightly with the rising temperatures, though not yet reaching the high levels experienced during the summer months.

Wind speeds in March are typically moderate and range from 10km/h (6.2mph) to 20km/h (12.4mph). As with the preceding months, the probability of extreme weather events such as sandstorms remains relatively low during this time, contributing to the overall stability of March's weather conditions.

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• Sana'a - March »
  On the first day of March in Sana'a, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:10. On the first day of March in Sana'a, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:10.
• Aden - March »
  March in Aden is a notable month, highlighted by a marked increase in warmth from 28.6°C (83.5°F) to 30.2°C (86.4°F). On the first day of March in Aden sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:08.
• Al Hudaydah - March »
  In Al Hudaydah in March, the average water temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F). On the first day of March in Al Hudaydah sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:16.
• Zabid - March »
  In Zabid in March, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 3mm (0.12") of accumulated precipitation. January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Zabid, Yemen.
• Al Mahwit - March »
  In Al Mahwit, in March, during 17.8 rainfall days, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Al Mahwit, in March, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 53mm (2.09") of accumulated precipitation.
• Al Hazm - March »
  In Al Hazm, during March, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. The embrace of March brings a minor uplift in the average high-temperature in Al Hazm shifting from a warm 28.9°C (84°F) in February to a hot 31.9°C (89.4°F).
• Harad - March »
  When March rolls in, Harad, Yemen undergoes a slight increase in temperature. The average heat index, which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).
• Raydah - March »
  In Raydah, during March, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of precipitation. In Raydah, in March, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 53mm (2.09") of accumulated precipitation.