March weather forecast
Kingouala, Congo

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a hot month in Kingouala, Congo, with an average temperature ranging between max 31°C (87.8°F) and min 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

The start of March sees the average high-temperature at a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), showing little difference from February's 30.7°C (87.3°F). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to an agreeable 21.8°C (71.2°F) in March.

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. 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 primarily vital for children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kingouala, during March, the rain falls for 27.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 128mm (5.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kingouala, Congo, there are 234.2 rainfall days, and 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:10 WAT.

Sunshine

In Kingouala, the average sunshine in March is 7.8h.

UV index

January through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Kingouala. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in March interprets into the following advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.