Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
In Bum, Sierra Leone, the months of February and March register the highest average temperatures, peaking at 36.8°C (98.2°F).Heat index
Throughout March, the heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 56°C (132.8°F). Warning: These weather conditions are regarded as very dangerous, as risk of heatstroke is looming.Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular 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.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.
Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Bum, Sierra Leone, is 68%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout March, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 256.6 rainfall days, and 1628mm (64.09") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.On the first day of March in Bum, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:57 GMT.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine in Bum is 8.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Bum are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during March translates into the following directions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. 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. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in March
Bum, Sierra Leone
- Average high temperature in March: 36.8°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (36.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.5°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 22.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°C).
Average pressure in March
Bum, Sierra Leone
- Average pressure in March: 1010.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.5mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Bum, Sierra Leone
- Average wind speed in March: 5.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (3.5km/h).
Average humidity in March
Bum, Sierra Leone
- Average humidity in March: 68%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (66%).
Average rainfall in March
Bum, Sierra Leone
- Average rainfall in March: 39mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (341mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (5mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Bum, Sierra Leone
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bum, Sierra Leone
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Bum, Sierra Leone
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Bum, Sierra Leone
- Average UV index in March: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in March
Bum, Sierra Leone
- Average cloud cover in March: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in March
Bum, Sierra Leone
- Average visibility in March: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March and April (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (6km).
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