March weather forecastNatitingou, Benin
March
Weather in March
March is a month where the weather of Natitingou experiences some significant changes, particularly as it is a precursor to the heavy rainfall season. Comparatively, the number of rainfall days jumps to 5.8 from 1.4 in February, with a noteworthy rainfall of 18mm (0.71"), marking a transition towards the rainy season. As a result, plant and animal life become more active, leading to an increase in overall biodiversity. Despite the increasing rainfall, it still offers a fair amount of sunshine and the prevailing temperature remains high. Hence, one should be prepared for heavy showers coupled with high temperatures and humidity.Temperature
Natitingou notes the warmest temperatures in March, with a high average of 39.3°C (102.7°F) and a low of 23.2°C (73.8°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 32%.Rainfall
In Natitingou, during March, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation. In Natitingou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.6 days and collects up to 714mm (28.11") of precipitation.Daylight
In Natitingou, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:05 WAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March is 9.7h.UV index
March and April, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 8 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Always use protective measures; unprotected skin might suffer damage in a short span. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Natitingou, Benin
- Average high temperature in March: 39.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.9°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 23.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (25.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.2°C).
Average pressure in March
Natitingou, Benin
- Average pressure in March: 1008.4mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.3mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Natitingou, Benin
- Average wind speed in March: 6.5km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.4km/h).
Average humidity in March
Natitingou, Benin
- Average humidity in March: 32%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (17%).
Average rainfall in March
Natitingou, Benin
- Average rainfall in March: 18mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (164mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Natitingou, Benin
- Average rainfall days in March: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Natitingou, Benin
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Natitingou, Benin
- Average sunshine days in March: 24.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Natitingou, Benin
- Average UV index in March: 8
The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in March
Natitingou, Benin
- Average cloud cover in March: 12
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in March
Natitingou, Benin
- Average visibility in March: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (8km).
