March weather forecastKarobouarou, Benin

Weather in March

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

Temperature

Karobouarou's warmest temperatures are experienced in March, with average high temperatures of 39.2°C (102.6°F) and lows of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is estimated at a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). Be prepared: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Continued activity may lead to heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. 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. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Karobouarou, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Karobouarou, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:59 WAT.

Sunshine

In Karobouarou, the average sunshine in March is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March and April, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During March, 8 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Immediate precautions are necessary; otherwise, skin and eyes might get damaged quickly. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.