March weather forecastKikondi, Congo

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a tropical month in Kikondi, Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.3°C (88.3°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

Kikondi's shift into March sets the average high-temperature at a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from February's 31°C (87.8°F). In Kikondi, March nights cool down to an average of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

For March, the heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. 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 babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

In Kikondi, Congo, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 26 days. Throughout March, 115mm (4.53") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 228.5 rainfall days, and 1086mm (42.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:12 WAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kikondi are March, April, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.