March weather forecastAdjarra, Benin

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Adjarra, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.7°C (80.1°F) and max 33.5°C (92.3°F).

Temperature

March brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F), aligning with the conditions of the preceding month. Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 26.7°C (80.1°F) is experienced.

Heat index

In March, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Keep on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a possible danger with ongoing physical activity.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of 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 of high significance for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In Adjarra, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Adjarra, during March, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.3 rainfall days, and 496mm (19.53") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:58 WAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Adjarra, in March, the average high-temperature is 33.5°C (92.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 26.7°C (80.1°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 47°C (116.6°F).

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

In Adjarra, in March, during 7.6 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in March is 12h and 5min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:58 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.9h.

January through May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

33.5°C

33.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.7km/h

13.6km/h

13.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

19.4

21.9

21.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Adjarra, Benin

Average high temperature in March: 33.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (33.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.7°C).

Average low temperature in March: 26.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Adjarra, Benin

Average pressure in March: 1009.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Adjarra, Benin

Average wind speed in March: 12.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.8km/h).

Average humidity in March
Adjarra, Benin

Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Adjarra, Benin

Average rainfall in March: 11mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (110mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (7mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Adjarra, Benin

Average rainfall days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Adjarra, Benin

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Adjarra, Benin

Average sunshine days in March: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Adjarra, Benin

Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and September (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Adjarra, Benin

Average cloud cover in March: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Adjarra, Benin

Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).