March weather forecast
Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso

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Weather in March

Characterised by a notable shift, the Bobo-Dioulasso weather in March signifies a transition into Burkina Faso’s rainy season. The temperature still maintains a relatively high point at 39.3°C (102.7°F), yet this is mitigated by the fractionally increased humidity. Rainfall introduces a refreshing change from the consistent dryness of previous months, offering a rejuvenating blend of warmth and moisture. Although the city experiences more rainfall, the sunlight exposure does not dramatically decrease, creating an environment that is both warm and moist.

Temperature

Bobo-Dioulasso experiences a minor change to a still sweltering 39.3°C (102.7°F) in average high-temperature during March, closely reflecting February. March nights present a stark temperature decrease to a warm 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Humidity

In Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, the average relative humidity in March is 24%.

Rainfall

In Bobo-Dioulasso, in March, during 5.1 rainfall days, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bobo-Dioulasso, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.4 days and collects up to 574mm (22.6") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of March, in Bobo-Dioulasso, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:28 GMT.

Sunshine

In Bobo-Dioulasso, the average sunshine in March is 9.8h.

UV index

March through May, 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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 8 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Stay protected; otherwise, skin and eyes can suffer rapid damage. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Bobo-Dioulasso in March?

During March, Bobo-Dioulasso experiences an average high-temperature of 39.3°C (102.7°F) and a low-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Bobo-Dioulasso?

In March, the average relative humidity in Bobo-Dioulasso is 24%.

How many days does it rain in March in Bobo-Dioulasso?

In Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, during March, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Bobo-Dioulasso?

The average day length in March in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, is 12h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Bobo-Dioulasso?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:28 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Bobo-Dioulasso?

In Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Bobo-Dioulasso?

The months with the highest UV index in Bobo-Dioulasso are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

How high is the UV index in March in Bobo-Dioulasso?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso

Average temperature in March - Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (39.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are April and May (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.8°C).

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Average pressure in March
Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso

Average pressure in March - Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in March: 1008.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso

Average wind speed in March - Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (10.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.7km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso

Average humidity in March - Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in March: 24%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (14%).

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Average rainfall in March
Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall in March - Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in March: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (160mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall days in March - Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bobo-Dioulasso, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso

Average sunshine days in March - Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in March: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso

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

The months with the highest UV index are March, April and May (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are August and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in March
Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso

Average cloud cover in March - Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in March: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in March
Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso

Average visibility in March - Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso
  • 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 July, August and September (9km).

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