March weather forecast
Kasongha, Sierra Leone

March, the first month of the spring in Kasongha, is still a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.6°C (76.3°F) and an average high of 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

The advent of March brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Kasongha observes an average low-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F) during March nights.

Heat index

In March, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 205.9 rainfall days, and 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kasongha, 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 19:03. On the last day of March, in Kasongha, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:02 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Kasongha, Sierra Leone, is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September 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, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.