March weather forecastAgbodji, Benin

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Agbodji, is also a fiery hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.5°C (95.9°F) and 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

March's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 35.5°C (95.9°F), slightly deviating from February's 35.6°C (96.1°F). The nighttime temperature dips to a moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F) on average during March.

Heat index

The heat index value during March is estimated at a blazing hot 52°C (125.6°F). Keep on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a possible danger with ongoing physical activity.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Agbodji is 69%.

Rainfall

In Agbodji, in March, during 19.5 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Agbodji, during the entire year, the rain falls for 216.6 days and collects up to 631mm (24.84") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Agbodji, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:01 WAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during March translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.