March weather forecast
Bertoua, Cameroon

Weather in March in Bertoua, Cameroon, is a transition towards increased rainfall, the volume doubling to 48mm (1.89") from the previous month. Increased cloud coverage and humidity are a prelude to the peak of the wet season. Noticeably, it also has slightly lower maximum temperatures when compared to February. Yet, it offers quite adequate visibility for local activities. By the end of March, the changing climatic conditions hint at the monsoon spell that lies ahead.

Temperature

Bertoua marks the arrival of March with an average high-temperature of a tropical 34.4°C (93.9°F), hardly different from February's 35.2°C (95.4°F). A stark contrast in day to night temperatures can be seen in March, with an average low-temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is appraised at an extremely hot 43°C (109.4°F). Keep on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a possible danger with ongoing physical activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Bertoua is 60%.

Rainfall

In Bertoua, during March, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bertoua, there are 224.1 rainfall days, and 1117mm (43.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:14 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.4h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during March morphs into the following directions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.