March weather forecast
Ourovéni, Comoros

March in Ourovéni, Comoros brings an increased amount of rainfall and a slight rise in temperature compared to the previous month, February. The increased rainfall, up by 9mm (0.35") from 165mm (6.5"), marks the beginning of the wetter season in Ourovéni. Although increased rain usually results in lower visibility, in this case, it remains consistent, typical of the weather in this city. Wind speed sees an incremental decrease, which contributes overall to a more stable weather condition during March. Yet, the month of April will bring about a slight drop in rainfall, hinting towards the onset of the dry season.

Temperature

March temperatures tend to peak at an average high of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and dip to a low of 27.1°C (80.8°F).

Heat index

In March, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Ourovéni is 76%.

Rainfall

In Ourovéni, in March, it is raining for 23 days, with typically 174mm (6.85") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 187.6 rainfall days, and 1082mm (42.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Ourovéni is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of March in Ourovéni, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:09 EAT.

Sunshine

In Ourovéni, the average sunshine in March is 8.7h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during March morphs into the following directions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.