March weather forecastNgabe, Congo

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Ngabe, is still a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.8°C (73°F) and an average high of 32.7°C (90.9°F).

Temperature

Ngabe marks the onset of March with an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.7°C (90.9°F), subtly divergent from February's 33.1°C (91.6°F). In March, the average low-temperature is an agreeable 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in March is computed to be a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. 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. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Ngabe, in March, it is raining for 26.3 days, with typically 101mm (3.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 277.8 rainfall days, and 1195mm (47.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:01 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in March translates into this advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.