March weather forecast
Kambia, Sierra Leone

March signals transitional weather in Kambia. The previously blue skies start witnessing more clouds, ushering in a subtle, calming change. With the arrival of March, a heightened rainfall pattern emerges, breaking the dry spell of the preceding months. The temperature remains consistent with February marking a comfortable time for venturing outdoors. The month's longer days allow for extended outdoor activities.

Temperature

Kambia's March average high-temperature settles at a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. Kambia throughout March, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is calculated to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Kambia, in March, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 6mm (0.24") of accumulated precipitation. In Kambia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.9 days and collects up to 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kambia, Sierra Leone, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:02 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Kambia is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kambia are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.