March weather forecastMidimba, Congo

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a tropical month in Midimba, Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31°C (87.8°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

The introduction of March sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), hardly deviating from February. An average low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F) is common in Midimba during the nights of March.

Heat index

The heat index for March is computed to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to 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.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Midimba is 84%.

Rainfall

In Midimba, during March, the rain falls for 27.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 128mm (5.04") of precipitation. In Midimba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 234.2 days and collects up to 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in March translates into these instructions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.