March weather forecastAgouna, Benin

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Agouna, is also a fiery hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.3°C (77.5°F) and 37.2°C (99°F).

Temperature

The arrival of March sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still torrid 37.2°C (99°F), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. Agouna experiences an average nighttime temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) in the month of March.

Heat index

The heat index in March is estimated at a burning hot 55°C (131°F). Warning: These weather conditions are held as severely perilous, with imminent heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. 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 extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 64%.

Rainfall

In Agouna, during March, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation. In Agouna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.1 days and collects up to 739mm (29.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Agouna is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 19:05. On the last day of March, in Agouna, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:03 WAT.

Sunshine

In Agouna, Benin, the average sunshine in March is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Agouna, Benin, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.