March weather forecast
Dikodougou, Ivory Coast

The gentle warmth of early-year months gives way to March's more pronounced heat, with temperatures skyrocketing up to 37.4°C (99.3°F). A quintessential exhibit of Dikodougou's tropical climate, March witnesses significant changes in climatic parameters. Longer days, coupled with the early onset of showers, provide a characteristic dampness to the month. Rising levels of relative humidity enter the higher spectrum, introducing heavier cloud cover. March introduces the transitional climate bridging the hot and rainy seasons, marking its place as a significant month in Ivory Coast's weather pattern.

Temperature

The temperatures in Dikodougou reach their highest averages in March, with highs of 37.4°C (99.3°F) and lows of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In Dikodougou, the average relative humidity in March is 41%.

Rainfall

In Dikodougou, in March, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation. In Dikodougou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 712mm (28.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Dikodougou is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:33 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.5h.

UV index

February through April, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 8 transforms into these recommendations:
Refrain from exposing skin and eyes. Without protection, they can get damaged rapidly. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.