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Masai Mara weather in March (Kenya)

What's the typical weather in Masai Mara for March? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

During March, Masai Mara usually has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 30°C. At night, they generally drop to 17°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Masai Mara in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see rainfall.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Masai Mara. January, May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Masai Mara climate page with graphs.

 

Masai Mara, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 95 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  

Where to go in Kenya in March

Find out more about the weather in Kenya 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
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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