Akola Weather in March (1981–2025)

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March at a Glance in Akola

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
37.7°C
Avg Low
❄️
19.9°C
Avg Temp
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28.8°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
13 mm
Avg Humidity
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24%
Avg Wind
🌬️
2.1 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
6.3
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+1.8°C
temp difference
🔥Hot afternoons🌤️Mild mornings☀️Very sunny💧Dry month🍃Light winds🏜️Low humidity

Akola March Weather Overview

March is one of the warmer months of the year in Akola, with average highs near 37.7°C and lows around 19.9°C (mean 28.8°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 13 mm of rainfall and 24% relative humidity across the period.

Akola March Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

March is one of the warmer months of the year in Akola. Across 45 years of records, the warmest Marchs in Akola were 1996 and 2010 — when the month averaged 30.5°C — while the coldest was 1993 at 26.3°C. Typical March days reach 37.7°C with nights near 19.9°C. The long-term March temperature trend is broadly flat.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp28.7°C→29.3°C+0.6°C
Max Temp38.0°C→37.8°C-0.2°C
Min Temp19.4°C→20.8°C+1.4°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp0°C/decade →
Max Temp-0.2°C/decade ↘
Min Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

26.0°C–27.3°C5 yr (11%)
27.3°C–28.5°C10 yr (22%)
28.5°C–29.8°C18 yr (40%)
29.8°C–31.0°C12 yr (27%)

Akola March Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

March is one of the drier months in Akola, averaging 13 mm of rainfall. The wettest March on record was 2006 with 101 mm, while the driest were 2000, 2012 and 2025, among others at 0 mm.

Akola March Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Akola during March averages 24%. The most humid March was 2014 at 47%, and the least humid was 2012 at 13%.

Akola March Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

March receives about 6.3 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Akola. The sunniest Marchs were 1999 and 2000 at 7 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2023 at 5.3.

Akola March Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Akola during March is 2.1 m/s. The windiest March was 1983 at 2.8 m/s, while the calmest was 2021 at 1.7 m/s.

What March Feels Like in Akola

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Mild
Morning
🌞
Hot
Afternoon
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Mild
Evening
Rain chanceVery Low
Outdoor comfort★★★★☆

How March Ranks in Akola

🔥4th warmest month of the year
🌵5th driest month of the year
☀️3rd sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Akola Weather by Month

Akola March Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp28.8°C28.9°C28.8°C28.7°C29.0°C+0.2°C
Avg High37.8°C38.2°C37.7°C37.5°C37.4°C-0.4°C
Avg Low19.8°C19.7°C19.8°C20.0°C20.6°C+0.8°C
Avg Rain10 mm10 mm18 mm12 mm11 mm+1 mm

Extreme March Records in Akola

🔥Warmest March43.6°C1991
🧊Coldest March10.8°C2003
🌧️Wettest March101 mm2006
🏜️Driest March0 mm1984
🌬️Windiest March2.8 m/s1983

Key Insights for March

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March temperatures in Akola have risen by about 0.6°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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March has ranged from a record low of 10.8°C (2003) to a record high of 43.6°C (1991).

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Rainfall in March is one of the drier months, averaging 13 mm, with a wettest year of 101 mm.

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Daytime highs and overnight lows have shifted differently — highs fell about 0.2°C per decade while lows rose 0.2°C per decade, narrowing the gap between day and night.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Akola?

A good time to visit Akola

March is a good time to visit Akola, with days averaging 37.7°C and nights around 19.9°C (mean 28.8°C, warmer than Akola's yearly average) and low rainfall. January and December are marginally more temperate, but March still suits most travellers.

See Akola's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Akola Weather in March — In Depth

☀️ March climate overview

March is one of the warmer months of the year in Akola, with average highs near 37.7°C and lows around 19.9°C (mean 28.8°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 13 mm of rainfall and 24% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in March

March averages 13 mm of rainfall in Akola, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest March on record saw 101 mm (2006), and the driest just 0 mm (1984). Humidity sits around 24% and average wind speed is 2.1 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 6.3 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How March has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average March temperatures have risen by about 0.6°C — but days and nights have moved in opposite directions. Overnight lows rose from 19.4°C to 20.8°C while daytime highs eased from 38°C to 37.8°C, narrowing the gap between day and night.
March Weather in Akola, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202538.9°C29.8°C20.6°C41.4°C13.2°C0 mm18%2 m/s6.2
202437.8°C29.2°C20.7°C41.8°C14.8°C4 mm24%1.9 m/s6
202335.3°C27.8°C20.3°C39.0°C17.9°C15 mm32%1.8 m/s5.3
202238.8°C30.0°C21.2°C42.3°C18.3°C2 mm21%2 m/s5.9
202138.1°C29.6°C21.1°C41.2°C17.3°C15 mm23%1.7 m/s5.9
202035.5°C27.7°C19.9°C38.8°C15.2°C31 mm36%2.1 m/s5.9
201937.8°C28.5°C19.3°C41.7°C13.1°C0 mm21%2.2 m/s6.5
201838.0°C29.8°C21.6°C41.6°C18.5°C5 mm22%1.9 m/s5.7
201737.9°C28.7°C19.4°C43.5°C14.0°C2 mm19%2.1 m/s6.7
201638.6°C30.1°C21.6°C42.0°C18.6°C10 mm25%2 m/s6.2
201535.0°C27.1°C19.1°C40.7°C11.1°C39 mm43%1.9 m/s5.9
201434.4°C26.6°C18.9°C41.1°C11.6°C50 mm47%1.9 m/s6.1
201337.8°C28.9°C20.0°C40.1°C14.1°C3 mm21%2.2 m/s6.3
201238.0°C28.0°C18.1°C41.4°C12.0°C0 mm13%2 m/s6.9
201138.2°C29.0°C19.9°C40.7°C14.7°C5 mm21%2 m/s6.6
201039.2°C30.5°C21.7°C42.1°C17.4°C9 mm23%2 m/s6.3
200938.5°C29.6°C20.8°C41.1°C17.9°C6 mm20%2 m/s6.3
200837.8°C29.7°C21.5°C40.0°C15.7°C13 mm26%1.8 m/s5.9
200737.9°C28.9°C19.9°C41.8°C15.3°C1 mm20%2 m/s6.5
2006 🌧️34.5°C26.7°C19.0°C39.1°C16.1°C101 mm46%1.8 m/s6
200537.4°C28.7°C19.9°C40.4°C14.9°C21 mm28%2.2 m/s6.6
200440.1°C30.4°C20.7°C42.7°C15.5°C2 mm14%1.8 m/s6.6
200337.9°C28.4°C19.0°C41.3°C10.8°C16 mm21%2 m/s6.5
200238.4°C29.3°C20.2°C41.4°C17.3°C4 mm19%2.1 m/s6.4
200137.4°C28.9°C20.5°C39.6°C16.2°C17 mm28%2.4 m/s6.3
200037.1°C27.0°C16.9°C41.6°C11.8°C0 mm17%2.4 m/s7
199939.4°C29.6°C19.8°C43.6°C16.1°C0 mm14%2.1 m/s7
199837.3°C28.1°C18.8°C42.2°C13.4°C10 mm25%2.3 m/s6.2
199738.2°C29.2°C20.2°C40.2°C15.3°C0 mm18%2.1 m/s6.6
1996 🔥39.4°C30.5°C21.7°C42.1°C16.1°C3 mm20%2.2 m/s6.5
199536.8°C28.6°C20.3°C40.9°C15.9°C32 mm33%1.9 m/s6
199440.3°C30.2°C20.2°C43.2°C15.1°C0 mm14%2 m/s6.7
1993 ❄️35.2°C26.3°C17.5°C39.2°C13.7°C54 mm38%2.1 m/s6.4
199239.0°C29.2°C19.3°C42.6°C15.1°C0 mm16%2.2 m/s6.3
199139.4°C29.8°C20.2°C43.6°C17.4°C0 mm16%2.1 m/s6.5
199037.0°C27.9°C18.8°C39.9°C13.3°C2 mm21%2.4 m/s6.4
198936.0°C27.7°C19.4°C40.8°C15.2°C49 mm32%2.1 m/s6
198838.4°C28.9°C19.4°C41.5°C15.1°C1 mm17%2.3 m/s6.5
198737.5°C29.0°C20.4°C41.8°C14.7°C4 mm23%2.1 m/s6.3
198638.3°C30.0°C21.7°C42.8°C15.9°C0 mm23%2.5 m/s6.5
198539.9°C30.4°C20.9°C41.9°C16.5°C0 mm14%2.1 m/s6.6
198438.9°C29.9°C20.8°C43.3°C14.3°C0 mm17%2 m/s6.5
198338.0°C28.2°C18.4°C41.1°C14.3°C7 mm19%2.8 m/s—
198236.7°C27.3°C17.8°C41.5°C11.2°C13 mm29%2.2 m/s—
198136.7°C27.9°C19.2°C40.7°C15.3°C17 mm27%2.2 m/s—

Actual recorded March data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Akola March Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Akola in March?▼

The average high in March is around 37.7°C with lows near 19.9°C (mean 28.8°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Akola in March?▼

March averages 13 mm of rainfall in Akola, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 101 mm in 2006.

What was the hottest March on record in Akola?▼

The hottest March reached 43.6°C in 1991. The coldest dipped to 10.8°C in 2003.

Has March in Akola gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average March temperatures have risen by about 0.6°C — but days and nights have moved in opposite directions. Overnight lows rose from 19.4°C to 20.8°C while daytime highs eased from 38°C to 37.8°C, narrowing the gap between day and night.

Is March a good time to visit Akola?▼

March is one of the warmer months of the year in Akola and one of the drier months, so plan for around 37.7°C daytime highs and 19.9°C at night.

Is March the coldest month in Akola?▼

Not quite — March is the 9th coolest month in Akola, averaging 28.8°C.

What should I pack for Akola in March?▼

For March in Akola, pack light, breathable clothing and sun protection, with typical highs of 37.7°C and lows of 19.9°C.

Is Akola humid in March?▼

Relative humidity in March averages 24% — relatively dry.

How windy is Akola in March?▼

Average wind speed in March is 2.1 m/s. The windiest March on record averaged 2.8 m/s (1983).

Which March had the most rainfall in Akola?▼

The wettest March on record was 2006 with 101 mm. On average, March sees 13 mm.

Where does this March weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Akola behaves each March, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for March specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.