March weather forecastLekindou, Gabon

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a hot month in Lekindou, Gabon, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.2°C (72°F) and max 32.1°C (89.8°F).

Temperature

March is the month when Lekindou's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 32.1°C (89.8°F) and lows of 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is computed to be a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Take caution: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may be imminent with ongoing effort.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Lekindou, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

Rainfall

In Lekindou, in March, during 29.4 rainfall days, 187mm (7.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lekindou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297.6 days and collects up to 1831mm (72.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Lekindou, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:19 WAT.

Sunshine

In Lekindou, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.

UV index

March is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March leads to these instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. 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. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.