Ssese Islands Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Ssese Islands, Uganda in March.

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Kalangala Bugombe

Planning a trip to the Ssese Islands, Uganda this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Ssese Islands in March

The Ssese Islands, Uganda is a region in Uganda. March in the Ssese Islands generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Kalangala.

To explore the conditions in the Ssese Islands, Uganda in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kalangala with an average of 213 mm (8.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Bugombe with 232 mm (9.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this March. For example, Kalangala gets approximately 205 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in the Ssese Islands 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 the Ssese Islands

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in the Ssese Islands, Uganda?

Temperature range in the Ssese Islands (March)

Precipitation variation in the Ssese Islands (March)

Kalangala

In March Kalangala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
205 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
159 mm (6.3 in)
213 mm (8.4 in)
286 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
20 days
24 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Kalangala →

Bugombe

In March Bugombe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
205 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
165 mm (6.5 in)
232 mm (9.1 in)
300 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
19 days
24 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Bugombe →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Ssese Islands, in Uganda.

In our records: Uganda March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Uganda in our climate database (2005 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest March day in Uganda reached 41°C (106°F) in Masindi on March 23, 2012.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Ssese Islands in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kalangala 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 213 mm (8.4 in)
Bugombe 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 232 mm (9.1 in)

The Ssese Islands weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Ssese Islands, Uganda in March?

the Ssese Islands, Uganda typically experiences unpleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kalangala average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 22°C (72°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Ssese Islands, Uganda in March?

In Kalangala, the average daytime high in March is 27°C (81°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 22°C (72°F).

Does the Ssese Islands, Uganda get a lot of rain in March?

Yes. March brings heavy rainfall to the Ssese Islands, Uganda, with Kalangala averaging around 213 mm (8.4 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Ssese Islands, Uganda?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Kalangala, March may not be the ideal time to visit the Ssese Islands, Uganda.

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Kalangala. The weather in April, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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