March weather forecastIkalou, Congo

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Ikalou, is a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.2°C (86.4°F) and an average low of 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

The warmest time of the year is March, with temperatures averaging a high of 30.2°C (86.4°F) and a low of 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

During March, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Ikalou, in March, it is raining for 22.7 days, with typically 110mm (4.33") of accumulated precipitation. In Ikalou, Congo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 217.2 days and collects up to 881mm (34.69") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Ikalou is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:18 WAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during March translates into the following directions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Updated: Feb 6, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The month of March, characterized by an average high of 30.2°C (86.4°F) and a low of 26°C (78.8°F), is recognized as the warmest in Ikalou.

The high-temperature, in March, in Ikalou, is 30.2°C (86.4°F), while the low-temperature averages to 26°C (78.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in March is estimated at 38°C (100.4°F).

March is the least humid month in Ikalou, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

In Ikalou, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

In Ikalou, Congo, in March, during 22.7 rainfall days, 110mm (4.33") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Ikalou, the average day length in March is 12h and 8min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:18 WAT.

In Ikalou, Congo, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.1h.

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Ikalou.

In Ikalou, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

29.8°C

30.2°C

30.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.3km/h

9.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

4.9

6.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

44%

43%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in March
Ikalou, Congo

Average high temperature in March: 30.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (24.7°C).

Average low temperature in March: 26°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Ikalou, Congo

Average pressure in March: 1010mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Ikalou, Congo

Average wind speed in March: 9.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in March
Ikalou, Congo

Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).

Average rainfall in March
Ikalou, Congo

Average rainfall in March: 110mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (159mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Ikalou, Congo

Average rainfall days in March: 22.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5.1 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ikalou, Congo

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h and 6min

The months with the most sunshine are April, May and December (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ikalou, Congo

Average sunshine days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Ikalou, Congo

Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Ikalou, Congo

Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Ikalou, Congo

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).