March weather forecast
Ouadda, Central African Republic

March marks the advent of a more substantial rainy season in Ouadda, a remarkable shift from the preceding months. Temperatures begin to decline slightly, signaling a shift towards the wettest months of the year. Even though the average temperature remains high at 38.4°C (101.1°F), the amount of rainfall nearly quadruples compared to February. Towards the later part of March, visibility starts to reduce due to the increase in the relative humidity and cloud cover. The increased cloudiness provides an interesting contrast to the previously clear and dry months in Ouadda.

Temperature

Ouadda records an average high-temperature of a still torrid 38.4°C (101.1°F) in March, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month. Ouadda experiences a substantial divergence from daytime highs in March, with average lows hovering around a pleasant 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

In March, the heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. 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 highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 42%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ouadda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.2 days and collects up to 788mm (31.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 17:40 WAT.

Sunshine

In Ouadda, the average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. 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. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.