March weather forecastTouala, Congo

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Touala, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31°C (87.8°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

The shift into March records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), subtly varied from February's 30.7°C (87.3°F). Touala registers a consistent average low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F) during March.

Heat index

The heat index value during March is appraised at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Touala, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:09 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Touala is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Touala are January through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.