March weather forecastKimba, Congo

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Kimba, is still a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31°C (87.8°F) and an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

March's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), slightly varied from February's 30.7°C (87.3°F). During the month of March, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is estimated at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Kimba, Congo, in March, it is raining for 27.2 days, with typically 128mm (5.04") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kimba, Congo, there are 234.2 rainfall days, and 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kimba, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:09 WAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during March translates into these guidelines:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.