March weather forecast
Nouna, Burkina Faso

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Weather in March

March in Nouna brings with it the first hint of a transition towards the rainy season. The weather remains predominantly hot, yet a marginal increase in cloud cover and rainfall reflects nature's initial attempts to tone down the heat. An additional 0.4h of daylight does little to alleviate the soaring temperatures, yet the city continues to bask in the abundance of sunshine. Despite the average rainfall of 1mm (0.04"), March remains overall a dry month. However, the relative humidity starts to creep upwards, hinting at changes on the horizon as the year progresses.

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature in Nouna displays a slight ascent, adjusting from a torrid 36.9°C (98.4°F) to a scorching 40°C (104°F). March presents a pronounced divergence from daily peak temperatures in Nouna, Burkina Faso, with the average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 13%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

March through November are months with rainfall in Nouna. March is the first month it rains in Nouna. Throughout March, in the average 1.1 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Nouna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.1 days and collects up to 257mm (10.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Nouna, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Nouna, Burkina Faso, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:26 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Nouna is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 8 during March leads to these advisories:
Take special precautions, as unprotected eyes and skin can be burned and damaged quickly. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Nouna in March?

In March, in Nouna, the average high-temperature is 40°C (104°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.5°C (74.3°F).

What are the least humid months in Nouna?

The months with the lowest humidity in Nouna are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 13%.

What is the average humidity in March in Nouna?

In March, the average relative humidity is 13%.

When does it start to rain in Nouna?

March is the first month it rains in Nouna, Burkina Faso. Throughout March, in the average 1.1 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Nouna have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Nouna?

On the first day of March in Nouna, Burkina Faso, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:26 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Nouna have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Nouna is 9.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Nouna?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Nouna, Burkina Faso, is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average temperature in March - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in March: 40°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.9°C).

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Average pressure in March
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average pressure in March - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in March: 1008.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average wind speed in March - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in March: 11km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.3km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average humidity in March - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in March: 13%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (13%).

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Average rainfall in March
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall in March - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in March: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (122mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall days in March - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in March: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average sunshine days in March - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in March: 30 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average UV index in March - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average UV index in March: 8

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in March
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average cloud cover in March - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in March: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are February, November and December (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in March
Nouna, Burkina Faso

Average visibility in March - Nouna, Burkina Faso
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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