Mpika weather in March (Zambia)

How is the weather in Mpika in March? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In March, Mpika generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 26°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 17°C.

Mpika in March falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 189 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 16 days.

The city usually sees around 180 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures April, May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Mpika, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 189 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 180 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 46%  

Where to go in Zambia in March

Find out more about the weather in Zambia in March and which places have the best weather 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 Mpika in March?

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 in March.

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

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