March weather forecastDasso, Benin

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dasso, is still a torrid month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°C (77.5°F) and max 37.2°C (99°F).

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings an average high-temperature of a still torrid 37.2°C (99°F), barely different from February's 37.8°C (100°F). During the month of March, the temperature in Dasso falls to an average of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is evaluated at a blazing hot 55°C (131°F). Warning: These weather conditions are regarded as very dangerous, as heatstroke is imminent.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. 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 particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In Dasso, Benin, the average relative humidity in March is 64%.

Rainfall

In March, in Dasso, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout March, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dasso, 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 is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:59 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.