March weather forecastEngankou, Congo

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Engankou, is still a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.6°C (90.7°F) and 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Temperature

Engankou experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.6°C (90.7°F) in March, subtly different from February's 32.9°C (91.2°F). Engankou in March experiences a low-temperature average of 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index for March is appraised at an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Be careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may result from extended activity.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. 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.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 25.5 days. Throughout March, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Engankou, there are 276.3 rainfall days, and 1248mm (49.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Engankou, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of March, in Engankou, Congo, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:03 WAT.

Sunshine

In Engankou, the average sunshine in March is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Engankou are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
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. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.