March weather forecast
Mpo, Congo

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a hot month in Mpo, Congo, with an average temperature varying between 32.6°C (90.7°F) and 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Temperature

Mpo registers an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.6°C (90.7°F) at the commencement of March, closely related to the preceding month. Mpo observes an average low-temperature of 23.2°C (73.8°F) during March.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is calculated to be a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Mind: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke can develop with continued physical activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Mpo is 74%.

Rainfall

In Mpo, during March, the rain falls for 25.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mpo, there are 276.3 rainfall days, and 1248mm (49.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mpo, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:04 WAT.

Sunshine

In Mpo, the average sunshine in March is 9.4h.

UV index

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in March translates into these instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.