Somalia

Somalia Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Somalia in March.

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Hobyo Las- Anod Bosaso Bardera

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What to Expect in Somalia in March

March in Somalia generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very warm in Hobyo at 30°C (86°F) to very hot in Bardera at 39°C (102°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Bardera and 26°C (79°F) in Hobyo. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To explore the conditions in Somalia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Bosaso with an average of 2.4 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Hargeisa with 21 mm (0.8 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Somalia in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Somalia

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Somalia?

Temperature range in Somalia (March)

Precipitation variation in Somalia (March)

Hargeisa

In March Hargeisa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
6.4 mm (0.3 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Hargeisa →

Bardera

In March Bardera generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
39°C (102°F)
39°C (102°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Bardera →

Belet Uen

In March Belet Uen generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 38°C (100°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
38°C (100°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
5.6 mm (0.2 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
5 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Belet Uen →

Bosaso

In March Bosaso generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
3.8 mm (0.1 in)
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
7.6 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bosaso →

Chisimayo

In March Chisimayo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
247 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.8 mm (0.1 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
5 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Chisimayo →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Somalia in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hobyo 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Las- Anod 34°C (93°F) 19°C (66°F) 4 mm (0.2 in)
Bosaso 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 2.4 mm (0.1 in)
Bardera 39°C (102°F) 26°C (79°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Mogadishu 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Hargeisa 31°C (88°F) 17°C (63°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)

Somalia weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Somalia in March?

Somalia typically experiences pleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Hargeisa average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 17°C (63°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Somalia in March?

In Hargeisa, the average daytime high in March is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 17°C (63°F).

Does Somalia get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Somalia during March, with Hargeisa averaging close to 21 mm (0.8 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Somalia?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Somalia with overall perfect weather in Hargeisa.

Generally speaking, January, February, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Hargeisa. On the other hand, the weather in April and May tend to be tolerable.

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