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Serengeti National Park weather in March (Mafia Island, Tanzania)

How is March weather typically in Serengeti National Park? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In March, Serengeti National Park tends to experience very high temperatures and high rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 30°C, cooling down at night to around 18°C. Typical temperatures can be misleading; some days will be hotter. Prepare with light clothing and plenty of hydration to stay cool.

Precipitation

Serengeti National Park in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 103 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 16 days days of rain.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Serengeti National Park. January, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, March tends to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Serengeti National Park climate page with graphs.

 

Serengeti National Park, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 103 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  

Where to go in Tanzania in March

Find out more about the weather in Tanzania and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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