March weather forecastBelel, Cameroon

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a very hot month in Belel, Cameroon, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.4°C (66.9°F) and an average high of 35.4°C (95.7°F).

Temperature

Belel's warmest weather arrives in March, when temperatures average a high of 35.4°C (95.7°F) and a low of 19.4°C (66.9°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in March is estimated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 43%.

Rainfall

In Belel, during March, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation. In Belel, Cameroon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189 days and collects up to 995mm (39.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Belel, Cameroon, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:11 WAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Belel is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Belel are February, March and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during March translates into the following directions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.