March weather forecastGuinrerou, Benin

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a sweltering month in Guinrerou, Benin, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.8°C (74.8°F) and max 39.2°C (102.6°F).

Temperature

March, on average, is the warmest month, registering a high temperature of 39.2°C (102.6°F) and a low of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is estimated at a burning hot 49°C (120.2°F). Mindful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are to be expected. Extended physical effort might result in heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. 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.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Guinrerou is 45%.

Rainfall

In Guinrerou, during March, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. In Guinrerou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.7 days and collects up to 607mm (23.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Guinrerou is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:00 WAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

March and April, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 8 translates into these guidelines:
Taking safety measures is non-negotiable; skin and eyes can be swiftly affected if neglected. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.