March weather forecast
Diang, Cameroon

March, the first month of the spring in Diang, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.3°C (91.9°F) and min 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

The advent of March denotes an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.3°C (91.9°F), subtly different from February's 33.7°C (92.7°F). The average low-temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) in March represents a significant drop from the daily high.

Heat index

The heat index for March is computed to be a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Warning: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke is a risk with ongoing activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Diang, during March, the rain falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation. In Diang, during the entire year, the rain falls for 241.2 days and collects up to 1247mm (49.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Diang is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:15 WAT.

Sunshine

In Diang, the average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

January and March, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.