March weather forecastSokponta, Benin

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a sweltering month in Sokponta, Benin, with an average temperature varying between 25.3°C (77.5°F) and 37.2°C (99°F).

Temperature

As Sokponta welcomes March, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still torrid 37.2°C (99°F), showing little deviation from February's 37.8°C (100°F). In March, the recorded average low-temperature in Sokponta is a warm 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in March is estimated at a life-threatening hot 55°C (131°F). Warning: These weather conditions are identified as highly perilous, heatstroke is on the horizon.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In Sokponta, in March, during 15.7 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sokponta, there are 207.1 rainfall days, and 739mm (29.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sokponta, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:01 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Sokponta is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in March transforms into this advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.