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Weather in Kololi in March

March is a good time to visit Kololi if you want hot days, little prospect of rain and sea swimming without peak summer-style warmth in the water. Daytime highs average 29°C, nights ease to around 21°C and the sea averages 23°C. For a UK traveller, the main adjustment is the daytime heat rather than wet weather. It suits a relaxed outdoor holiday, provided you are happy to take shade breaks around midday.

Long-term climate averages for Serekunda (Kololi), not a forecast · 1991-2020

Kololi, month by month

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At a glance

The useful details for Serekunda (Kololi).

Average daytime high
29.4°C
9 in 10 days stay below 34°C
Average night-time low
20.7°C
coldest 10% of nights: 19°C or lower
Compared with London
+18.9°C
London averages 10.5°C in March
Sea temperature
22.6°C
year to year: 21°C to 24°C
Sunshine per day (est.)
8.7h
73% of 11.9 h of daylight
Rainy days (1 mm+)
0
0 mm over the month
Humidity
58%
Days over 25°C
96%
42% over 30°C
Record high 1991-2020
38.7°C
2020-03-12
Record low 1991-2020
17.3°C
1996-03-12
Flight from London
≈ 6 h 18 min
4448 km, mid-haul (estimate for a direct flight)

Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.

How March compares

March is the 5th warmest month of the year in Kololi and ranks 15th of 134 destinations we compare for March - see where else is hot in March. Against London's average high of 10.5°C in March, Kololi is 18.9°C warmer by day and 17.4°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in March

The typical March day in Kololi peaks at 29.4°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 33.5°C or more. About 96% of days top 25°C and 1 in 2 pass 30°C. Nights average 20.7°C; one night in ten drops to 18.9°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest March day here reached 38.7°C (2020-03-12) and the coldest night 17.3°C (1996-03-12).

Rain in March

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 0 days with 1 mm or more, 0 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest March was 2012 with 4 mm, the driest 1991 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 58%.

Sea temperature in March

The sea averages 22.6°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 20.9°C to 24.2°C. For the warmest sea here, come in October (29.3°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 8.7 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.9 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:14 and sets about 19:17 local time in mid-March. Average cloud cover is 27%.

Is March a good time to visit Kololi?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, little rain and long sunny days. The best months for Kololi on our scoring are April, March, May; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Hot days, with some noticeably hotter spells

The average high makes March sound comfortably hot, but allow for days that feel more demanding: 42% reach 30°C, and the hottest days can go well beyond that. Plan anything energetic for the cooler parts of the day rather than treating midday as walking weather. Loose, light clothing, a hat and easy access to drinking water are sensible priorities. Average humidity is 58%, so this is not just a question of the temperature on its own. March suits travellers who actively want heat; if you prefer mild conditions for being on your feet all day, it may feel too warm.

Dry weather makes outdoor plans straightforward

Rain is unlikely to dictate your plans in March, with about 0 rainy days in a typical month. That makes this a practical choice if you would rather not build your holiday around showers, though it is not a promise that rain cannot happen. There are about 8.7 hours of sunshine within 11.9 hours of daylight, leaving plenty of scope for time outdoors without needing to stay in direct sun throughout the day. Pack sun protection and make shade part of the routine. The catch is that reliably dry weather does not remove the need to pace yourself in the heat.

Swimmable sea and milder evenings

The sea averages 22.6°C, which is suitable for swimming but may feel fresh when you first get in, especially after sitting in the heat. Conditions vary between years, with March sea temperatures ranging from 21°C to 24°C, so do not expect consistently bath-warm water. Evenings bring a useful drop in temperature, with average night lows of 20.7°C. Light clothes should cover much of your stay, but a light layer is sensible if you tend to feel cool after dark. This balance works well for travellers who want hot afternoons without the same level of heat continuing through the night.

A little perspective

Kololi through the year

March is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.

Monthly climate averages

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Kololi monthly climate averages, 1991-2020; March is the selected month.
MonthDayNightSeaSun/dayRain mmRainy daysDays 25°C+
January28.7°C20.2°C21.8°C6.52095%
February29.4°C20.5°C22.0°C7.31094%
MarchSelectedbest29.4°C20.7°C22.6°C8.70096%
Aprilbest28.3°C20.9°C23.4°C8.70095%
Maybest28.2°C22.2°C24.6°C8.41099%
June29.1°C24.6°C26.8°C6.2142100%
July28.9°C25.4°C28.0°C3.513015100%
August28.4°C25.3°C28.4°C2.426324100%
September28.9°C25.4°C28.7°C3.119220100%
October29.9°C26.1°C29.3°C6.0588100%
November30.7°C24.6°C27.7°C5.921100%
December29.7°C21.9°C24.1°C5.710100%

Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.

Day, night and sea

Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020

  • Day
  • Night
  • Sea
Bars show average daytime highs and night-time lows; circles mark the average sea temperature. Same scale for every month. Exact values are in the table.

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A little more detail

Kololi in March FAQs

Plain answers, grounded in the averages.

Is Kololi hot in March?

Kololi is hot in March: the average daytime high is 29.4°C and nights average 20.7°C. About 96% of March days reach 25°C or more.

Can you swim in the sea in Kololi in March?

The sea around Kololi averages 22.6°C in March, which is warm enough for most people to swim comfortably. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 21°C to 24°C depending on the year.

How much does it rain in Kololi in March?

Kololi sees about 0 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 0 mm of rain in a typical March. The wettest March between 1991 and 2020 was 2012 (4 mm) and the driest was 1991 (0 mm).

How sunny is Kololi in March?

Kololi gets around 8.7 hours of sunshine a day in March out of 11.9 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).

How does Kololi compare with the UK in March?

Kololi is on average 18.9°C warmer than London by day in March (29.4°C against 10.5°C).

What is the hottest March on record in Kololi?

Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest March day in Kololi reached 38.7°C on 2020-03-12, and the coldest night dropped to 17.3°C on 1996-03-12.

How much warmer is Kololi than London in March?

Kololi's average daytime high is 29.4°C, compared with 10.5°C in London - a difference of 18.9°C. That is a substantial change, so pack for hot weather and give yourself room to slow down while you adjust.

Is March a good choice, and how long is the flight?

March sits alongside April and May among Kololi's best months, with hot, dry conditions that suit a sunshine-focused trip. The flight from London takes about 6 h 18 min, so weigh that journey against how much time you want away.

About these averages

ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020

Averages computed from daily values at Serekunda (Serekunda (Kololi)). Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 4.1 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather