March weather forecast
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

March

Weather in March

The transition from February to March is marked by a significant decrease in rainfall, going down to 22mm (0.87"). Temperatures continue their subtle drop in March, which might warrant a light pullover during evening strolls. However, this cooler weather does not coincide with less daylight or a decrease in sunshine hours. Wind speeds follow a similar path as the previous months, ensuring a light, refreshing breeze. Summed up, March delivers stable, pleasant weather conducive to enjoying various activities in Bulawayo.

Temperature

During March, the average high-temperature in Bulawayo is a still warm 26.4°C (79.5°F), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. Throughout March, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 16.2°C (61.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 70%.

Rainfall

In Bulawayo, in March, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 77.6 rainfall days, and 274mm (10.79") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of March, in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:06 CAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?
In Bulawayo, in March, the average high-temperature is 26.4°C (79.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 16.2°C (61.2°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in March?
In March, the average relative humidity is 70%.
How much does it rain in March?
In Bulawayo, in March, during 9.2 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Bulawayo have in March?
In Bulawayo, the average day length in March is 12h and 12min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:06 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in March?
In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January, March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in March?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average temperature in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average high temperature in March: 26.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9°C).

Average pressure in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average pressure in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average wind speed in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (12.4km/h).

Average humidity in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average humidity in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

Average rainfall in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average rainfall in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall in March: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (64mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average rainfall days in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.9 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average sunshine days in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.8 days).

Average UV index in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average UV index in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average UV index in March: 6

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

Average cloud cover in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average cloud cover in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in March - Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Average visibility in March
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (9km).

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