March weather forecastKouango, Central African Republic

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a sweltering month in Kouango, Central African Republic, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.8°C (74.8°F) and max 38.1°C (100.6°F).

Temperature

The commencement of March brings an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 38.1°C (100.6°F), marking an inconsequential divergence from February. Kouango registers a significant drop in temperature in March, with average nighttime lows of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

In March, the average heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 45%.

Rainfall

In Kouango, during March, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation. In Kouango, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.4 days and collects up to 807mm (31.77") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:49 WAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

January and March, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 8 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Stay protected; otherwise, skin and eyes can suffer rapid damage. 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. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 38.1°C (100.6°F) and 23.8°C (74.8°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in March is appraised at 46°C (114.8°F).

The average relative humidity in March is 45%.

In Kouango, in March, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in March is 12h and 6min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:49 WAT.

In Kouango, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.6h.

The months with the highest UV index are January and March, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Kouango, Central African Republic

  • Average high temperature in March: 38.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (38.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (19.9°C).

Average pressure in March
Kouango, Central African Republic

  • Average pressure in March: 1007.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1007.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Kouango, Central African Republic

  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (4.4km/h).

Average humidity in March
Kouango, Central African Republic

  • Average humidity in March: 45%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (25%).

Average rainfall in March
Kouango, Central African Republic

  • Average rainfall in March: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (152mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Kouango, Central African Republic

  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0.5 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kouango, Central African Republic

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 36min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Kouango, Central African Republic

  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Kouango, Central African Republic

  • Average UV index in March: 8

The months with the highest UV index are January and March (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Kouango, Central African Republic

  • Average cloud cover in March: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in March
Kouango, Central African Republic

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).