March weather forecast
Balave, Burkina Faso

March

Weather in March

March denotes a transition towards a warmer climate in Balave, Burkina Faso. The month distinguishes itself from its predecessor with a significant increase in maximum temperature to 40°C (104°F), in contrast to February’s 36.9°C (98.4°F). March endures longer daylight hours enabling more activities during the day. Notwithstanding the rising temperature, the wind speed and sunshine hours maintain consistency with February, keeping the overall atmosphere pleasant. Surprisingly, this month hardly experiences any rainfall, maintaining the dry season.

Temperature

The arrival of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a sweltering 36.9°C (98.4°F) in February to a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Despite the hot March days, Balave's nights see an average temperature plunge to a moderately hot 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 13%.

Rainfall

March through November are months with rainfall in Balave. March is the first month it rains. Throughout March, in the average 1.1 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Balave, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.1 days and collects up to 257mm (10.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Balave is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:28 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

In Balave, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 8 during March leads to these instructions:
It is crucial to take precautions; skin and eyes can get damaged if left unprotected. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in March?
During March, Balave experiences an average high-temperature of 40°C (104°F) and a low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F).
What are the least humid months?
The months with the lowest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 13%.
What is the average humidity in March?
The average relative humidity in March is 13%.
When does it start raining?
March is the first month it rains. Throughout March, in the average 1.1 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Balave have in March?
The average day length in March is 12h and 4min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:28 GMT.
How long on average sun shines in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 9.9h.
How high is the UV index in March?
In Balave, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March - Balave, Burkina Faso
Average temperature in March
Balave, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in March: 40°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.9°C).

Average pressure in March - Balave, Burkina Faso
Average pressure in March
Balave, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in March: 1008.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Balave, Burkina Faso
Average wind speed in March
Balave, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in March: 11km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.3km/h).

Average humidity in March - Balave, Burkina Faso
Average humidity in March
Balave, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in March: 13%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (13%).

Average rainfall in March - Balave, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall in March
Balave, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in March: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (122mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Balave, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall days in March
Balave, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in March: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Balave, Burkina Faso
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Balave, Burkina Faso
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March - Balave, Burkina Faso
Average sunshine days in March
Balave, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in March: 30 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March - Balave, Burkina Faso
Average UV index in March
Balave, Burkina Faso
  • Average UV index in March: 8

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March - Balave, Burkina Faso
Average cloud cover in March
Balave, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in March: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are February, November and December (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in March - Balave, Burkina Faso
Average visibility in March
Balave, Burkina Faso
  • 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).

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