March weather forecastCalheta, Cape Verde
March
Weather in March
In contrast to February, March introduces fewer rainy days and slightly less rainfall. Slightly stronger winds grace the Cape Verde city of Calheta in this month, adding an invigorating energy. Relative humidity declines, making way for slightly drier conditions compared to the previous month. The people enjoy an increase daylight hours, which caters for longer enjoyable outdoor activities. Eager sun-lovers get a treat from longer sunshine hours, in comparison to the previous month.Temperature
In Calheta, Cape Verde, February and March are characterised by the lowest temperatures, recording an average high of 23.7°C (74.7°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 74%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall are January, March and May Rain falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain.Sea temperature
The month with the coldest seawater in Calheta is March, with an average sea temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F).Note: When considering a person's aversion to cold, factors like sunshine, wind, and atmospheric temperature are key. Swimming in 23.3°C (73.9°F) might be delightful. (Remember: The Olympics' swimming events have water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of March, in Calheta, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:45 -01.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March in Calheta is 9.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Stay alert! Reflective properties of sand and water amplify the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Calheta, Cape Verde
- Average high temperature in March: 23.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (23.7°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 21°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.9°C).
Average pressure in March
Calheta, Cape Verde
- Average pressure in March: 1014.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Calheta, Cape Verde
- Average wind speed in March: 23.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (25.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14km/h).
Average humidity in March
Calheta, Cape Verde
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Calheta, Cape Verde
- Average rainfall in March: 1mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (50mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and May (1mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Calheta, Cape Verde
- Average rainfall days in March: 2.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.7 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Calheta, Cape Verde
- Average sea temperature in March: 23.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (27.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (23.3°C).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Calheta, Cape Verde
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Calheta, Cape Verde
- Average sunshine days in March: 28.8 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and May (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Calheta, Cape Verde
- Average UV index in March: 6
The months with the highest UV index are August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in March
Calheta, Cape Verde
- Average cloud cover in March: 15
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in March
Calheta, Cape Verde
- Average visibility in March: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
