March weather forecast
Meneque, Guinea-Bissau

March, the first month of the spring in Meneque, is a torrid month, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.5°C (95.9°F) and min 22.8°C (73°F).

Temperature

Meneque's warmest temperatures are experienced in March, with average high temperatures of 35.5°C (95.9°F) and lows of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 44%.

Rainfall

March through December are months with rainfall. March is the first month it rains. Throughout March, in the average 0.7 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Meneque, there are 107.5 rainfall days, and 726mm (28.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 19:12. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 19:13 GMT.

Sunshine

March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in March translates into these instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.