March · Kenya
Best time to visit Masai Mara in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Masai Mara in March
Average temperature 22°C, 131 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 70% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
8.3/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 131 mm
- Humidity
- 70%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
March in Masai Mara scores 8.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 22°C, 131 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
In the Maasai Mara, open grasslands and the Mara River crossings draw wildlife viewers from July to October.
March in Masai Mara — reliably good (8th best month)
Trail conditions at 22°C (71°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in March; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
131 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 8.3/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Masai Mara — 1.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Masai Mara in March?
- In March, Masai Mara averages 22°C, 131 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Masai Mara?
- March earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Masai Mara in March?
- Expect about 131 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 70% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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