March weather forecast
Kieta, Papua New Guinea

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Weather in March

March continues the wet season trend in Kieta, with an increase in rainfall. The gentle breezes that touched the town in February calm down to 5.4km/h (3.4mph) average wind speed. There's a touch more daylight compared to February, in spite of the increased cloud cover. The sea continues to be pleasantly warm, making beach outings enjoyable. Reduced visibility due to increased cloud coverage emphasizes the city's characteristic lush tropical climate.

Temperature

Kieta's average high-temperature in March is a still warm 27.1°C (80.8°F), indicating a subtle variation from February. During March, an average low-temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F) is observed in Kieta.

Heat index

March's heat index is evaluated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Kieta is 90%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 29.7 days. Throughout March, 442mm (17.4") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kieta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 352.6 days and collects up to 5043mm (198.54") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Kieta, the average seawater temperature in March is 29.8°C (85.6°F).
Note: Water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are ideal for swimming, diving, and other activities, ensuring comfort and enjoyment for lengthened periods.

Daylight

In Kieta, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:43 +10.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Kieta is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during March translates into the following directions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Watch out! Reflections from sand and water can surge UV radiation exposure.
Updated: Feb 5, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Kieta?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Kieta, is 27.1°C (80.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 21.2°C (70.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in March is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Kieta?

In March, the average relative humidity in Kieta, Papua New Guinea, is 90%.

How many days does it rain in March in Kieta?

In Kieta, in March, it is raining for 29.7 days, with typically 442mm (17.4") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the water temperature in March in Kieta?

In Kieta, the average seawater temperature in March is 29.8°C (85.6°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

What is the average length of the day in March in Kieta?

In Kieta, the average day length in March is 12h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Kieta?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, in Kieta, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:43 +10.

How long on average sun shines in March in Kieta?

The average sunshine duration in March in Kieta is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kieta?

March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Kieta?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Kieta is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Kieta, Papua New Guinea

Average temperature in March - Kieta, Papua New Guinea
  • Average high temperature in March: 27.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are November and December (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (25.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (21.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.5°C).

Average pressure in March
Kieta, Papua New Guinea

Average pressure in March - Kieta, Papua New Guinea
  • Average pressure in March: 1008mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1009.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1007.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Kieta, Papua New Guinea

Average wind speed in March - Kieta, Papua New Guinea
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (6.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (4.2km/h).

Average humidity in March
Kieta, Papua New Guinea

Average humidity in March - Kieta, Papua New Guinea
  • Average humidity in March: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (88%).

Average rainfall in March
Kieta, Papua New Guinea

Average rainfall in March - Kieta, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall in March: 442mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (511mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (281mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Kieta, Papua New Guinea

Average rainfall days in March - Kieta, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall days in March: 29.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (26.8 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Kieta, Papua New Guinea

Average sea temperature in March - Kieta, Papua New Guinea
  • Average sea temperature in March: 29.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is December (30.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (29°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kieta, Papua New Guinea

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Kieta, Papua New Guinea
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Kieta, Papua New Guinea

Average sunshine days in March - Kieta, Papua New Guinea
  • Average sunshine days in March: 1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0 days).

Average UV index in March
Kieta, Papua New Guinea

Average UV index in March - Kieta, Papua New Guinea
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Kieta, Papua New Guinea

Average cloud cover in March - Kieta, Papua New Guinea
  • Average cloud cover in March: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).

Average visibility in March
Kieta, Papua New Guinea

Average visibility in March - Kieta, Papua New Guinea
  • Average visibility in March: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (7km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6km).

Kieta, Papua New Guinea

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