March weather forecast
Lopou, Ivory Coast

March, the first month of the spring in Lopou, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°C (78.3°F) and 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

March observes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), marking an insignificant difference from February's 30.9°C (87.6°F). Throughout March, Lopou encounters an average temperature drop to a warm 25.7°C (78.3°F).

Heat index

For March, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Lopou, Ivory Coast, is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, in Lopou, the rain falls for 22.8 days. Throughout March, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lopou, there are 289.4 rainfall days, and 995mm (39.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Lopou is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of March, in Lopou, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:27 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. 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. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.