March weather forecast
Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a hot month in Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo, with an average temperature varying between 30°C (86°F) and 18.5°C (65.3°F).

Temperature

The onset of March marks an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30°C (86°F), hardly differing from February's 31.2°C (88.2°F). During March, the nighttime temperature averages of 18.5°C (65.3°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is computed to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 66%.

Rainfall

In Sanduku, in March, it is raining for 22.3 days, with typically 116mm (4.57") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 270.6 rainfall days, and 1854mm (72.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:05 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in March translates into the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in March?
The high-temperature, in March, in Sanduku, records 30°C (86°F), while the low-temperature is 18.5°C (65.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in March is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in March?
In March, the average relative humidity is 66%.
How many days does it rain in March?
In Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo, during March, the rain falls for 22.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 116mm (4.57") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in March?
In Sanduku, the average day length in March is 12h and 7min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:05 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Sanduku have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 9.3h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in March?
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average temperature in March
Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in March: 30°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June, July and August (16.8°C).

Average pressure in March - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average pressure in March
Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in March: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average wind speed in March
Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.7km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (5.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.2km/h).

Average humidity in March - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average humidity in March
Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in March: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (55%).

Average rainfall in March - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average rainfall in March
Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in March: 116mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (241mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (42mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average rainfall days in March
Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in March: 22.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average sunshine days in March
Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.1 days).

Average UV index in March - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average UV index in March
Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average cloud cover in March
Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in March: 25

The months with the most cloud cover are May, August and October (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March - Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average visibility in March
Sanduku, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August, September and October (8km).

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