March weather forecast
Matinga, Angola

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a hot month in Matinga, Angola, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.3°C (88.3°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

The arrival of March sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), identical to February. Throughout March, an average nighttime temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) is experienced.

Heat index

The heat index in March is evaluated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important 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.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Matinga, during March, the rain falls for 21.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Matinga, Angola, there are 197.5 rainfall days, and 834mm (32.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Matinga, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of March in Matinga, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:01 WAT.

Sunshine

In Matinga, the average sunshine in March is 8.4h.

UV index

February, March and November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Matinga. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During March, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.