Mara region Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Mara region, Tanzania in March.

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Musoma Serengeti National Park Grumeti Game Reserve Tarangire National Park

Thinking about venturing to Mara region, Tanzania this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Mara region in March

Mara region, Tanzania is a region in Tanzania. March in Mara region generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Musoma at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Tarangire National Park at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Tarangire National Park and 21°C (70°F) in Musoma.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Mara region, Tanzania, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Serengeti National Park with an average of 103 mm (4.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Nyerere National Park with 165 mm (6.5 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Mara region 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 Mara region

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Mara region, Tanzania?

Temperature range in Mara region (March)

Precipitation variation in Mara region (March)

Musoma

In March Musoma generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
17 days
22 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Musoma →

Serengeti National Park

In March Serengeti National Park generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
21 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Serengeti National Park →

Grumeti Game Reserve

In March Grumeti Game Reserve generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
21 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Grumeti Game Reserve →

Tarangire National Park

In March Tarangire National Park generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
205 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
15 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Tarangire National Park →

Nyerere National Park

In March Nyerere National Park generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Nyerere National Park →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Musoma 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)
Serengeti National Park 30°C (86°F) 18°C (64°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Grumeti Game Reserve 30°C (86°F) 18°C (64°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Tarangire National Park 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Nyerere National Park 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)

Mara region weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mara region, Tanzania in March?

March in Mara region, Tanzania brings pleasant weather. In Musoma, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 21°C (70°F).

What is the average temperature in Mara region, Tanzania in March?

Daytime temperatures in Musoma peak at roughly 28°C (82°F) in March, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

Does Mara region, Tanzania get a lot of rain in March?

Yes, March tends to be a wetter month in Mara region, Tanzania. Average rainfall in Musoma sits around 149 mm (5.9 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Mara region, Tanzania?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Musoma, March might be a good time to visit Mara region, Tanzania.

On average, the best time to visit Mara region, Tanzania is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Musoma. In contrast, April tends to have tolerable weather conditions.

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