March weather forecastBeterou, Benin

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a torrid month in Beterou, Benin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 39.2°C (102.6°F).

Temperature

Beterou's March weather, marked by an average high temperature of 39.2°C (102.6°F) and an average low temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F), is the warmest in the year.

Heat index

The heat index value for March is appraised at a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In Beterou, the average relative humidity in March is 45%.

Rainfall

In Beterou, Benin, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 15mm (0.59") of accumulated precipitation. In Beterou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.7 days and collects up to 607mm (23.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Beterou, Benin, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 19:01 WAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Beterou are March and April, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 8 in March transforms into this advice:
Ensure precautions are always in place. The risk to skin and eyes is high without them. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.