March weather forecastAvakpa, Benin
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is still a hot month in Avakpa, Benin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.8°C (80.2°F) and 32.2°C (90°F).Temperature
With an average high-temperature of 32.2°C (90°F) and an average low-temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F), March is the warmest month.Heat index
March's mean heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.
Humidity
In Avakpa, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Avakpa, during March, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Avakpa, there are 220.8 rainfall days, and 678mm (26.69") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day 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 Avakpa, the average sunshine in March is 9.3h.UV index
January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Avakpa, Benin
- Average high temperature in March: 32.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 26.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.3°C).
Average pressure in March
Avakpa, 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
Avakpa, Benin
- Average wind speed in March: 15km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.5km/h).
Average humidity in March
Avakpa, Benin
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Avakpa, Benin
- Average rainfall in March: 30mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (125mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (16mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Avakpa, Benin
- Average rainfall days in March: 16.8 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and September (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall days in March
Avakpa, Benin
- Average snowfall days in March: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Avakpa, 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 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Avakpa, Benin
- Average sunshine days in March: 8.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Avakpa, Benin
- Average UV index in March: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in March
Avakpa, Benin
- Average cloud cover in March: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in March
Avakpa, Benin
- Average visibility in March: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
