March weather forecast
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

March

Weather in March

March brings a definitive shift in Gaoua's weather pattern. The prominence of the dry season starts to yield to the allure of spring, characterized by a rise in temperature and increased precipitation. With rainfall of 14mm (0.55"), the onset of the wet season begins to manifest. This shift prepares the sprawling landscape of Gaoua for the growth and renewal of flora and fauna. As the pendulum swings towards April, the city braces itself for intensified rainfall, warmer temperatures, and higher humidity.

Temperature

In Gaoua, the average temperatures in March are the highest, with a peak at 39.7°C (103.5°F) and a low of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Gaoua is 30%.

Rainfall

In Gaoua, during March, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of precipitation. In Gaoua, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.4 days and collects up to 491mm (19.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:23 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 8 during March morphs into the following directions:
Always be cautious. Skin and eyes can be affected swiftly without protection. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month?
March, having an average high-temperature of 39.7°C (103.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F), is the warmest month.
How hot is it in March?
In Gaoua, in March, the average high-temperature is 39.7°C (103.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.3°C (77.5°F).
What is the average humidity in March?
The average relative humidity in March is 30%.
How many days does it rain in March?
In Gaoua, in March, during 6.5 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Gaoua have in March?
In Gaoua, the average day length in March is 12h and 5min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Gaoua?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:23 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Gaoua have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 9.7h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8.
How high is the UV index in March?
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
Average temperature in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°C).

Average pressure in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
Average pressure in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in March: 1008.6mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
Average wind speed in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6km/h).

Average humidity in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
Average humidity in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in March: 30%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).

Average rainfall in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in March: 14mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (120mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall days in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0.3 days).

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

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
Average sunshine days in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.9 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
Average cloud cover in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in March: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
Average visibility in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (9km).

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