March weather forecast
Lombe, Angola

March weather closely resembles that of February albeit with few nuances in play. The small bump in the average rainfall observed in March heralds the onset of rainy season in Lombe, Angola. The rain gradually sprinkles away, with April being slightly drier and cooler. Noticeably, the average rainfall elevates from 126mm (4.96") in February to 172mm (6.77") in March. Therefore, expect a high frequency of wet days with rainfall occurring on most days of the month.

Temperature

March's advent presents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.6°C (85.3°F), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. Throughout March, an average nighttime temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F) is experienced.

Heat index

For March, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. 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.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 25.7 days. Throughout March, 172mm (6.77") of precipitation is accumulated. In Lombe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 208.7 days and collects up to 1182mm (46.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:59 WAT.

Sunshine

In Lombe, the average sunshine in March is 7.7h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Lombe. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in March translates into this advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.