March weather forecastKetonou, Benin
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is still a hot month in Ketonou, Benin, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.1°C (80.8°F) and an average high of 32°C (89.6°F).Temperature
Ketonou witnesses its peak temperatures during March and April, when the average high-temperature reaches 32°C (89.6°F).Heat index
For March, the heat index is computed to be a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. 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 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.
Humidity
In Ketonou, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Ketonou, in March, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation. In Ketonou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 204.5 days and collects up to 599mm (23.58") of precipitation.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:01 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 9.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Ketonou, Benin
- Average high temperature in March: 32°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.8°C).
Average pressure in March
Ketonou, 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
Ketonou, Benin
- Average wind speed in March: 15.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.9km/h).
Average humidity in March
Ketonou, Benin
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Ketonou, Benin
- Average rainfall in March: 26mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (18mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Ketonou, Benin
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ketonou, 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 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ketonou, Benin
- Average sunshine days in March: 9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Ketonou, 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
Ketonou, 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
Ketonou, 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).
