March weather forecastMakabana, Gabon
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the autumn in Makabana, is still a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.9°C (71.4°F) and an average high of 30.6°C (87.1°F).Temperature
In Makabana, the peak average temperatures are observed in March, with a high of 30.6°C (87.1°F) and a low of 21.9°C (71.4°F).Heat index
Throughout March, the heat index is appraised at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Makabana, Gabon, is 87%.Rainfall
In Makabana, during March, the rain falls for 29.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 165mm (6.5") of precipitation. In Makabana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 274.1 days and collects up to 1640mm (64.57") of precipitation.Daylight
In Makabana, Gabon, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March in Makabana is 7.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 during March translates into the following guidance:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Makabana, Gabon
- Average high temperature in March: 30.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is November (28.3°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 21.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (21.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18.6°C).
Average pressure in March
Makabana, Gabon
- Average pressure in March: 1010.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.3mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Makabana, Gabon
- Average wind speed in March: 4.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (6.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4km/h).
Average humidity in March
Makabana, Gabon
- Average humidity in March: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is November (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Makabana, Gabon
- Average rainfall in March: 165mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (267mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (4mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Makabana, Gabon
- Average rainfall days in March: 29.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6.3 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Makabana, Gabon
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Makabana, Gabon
- Average sunshine days in March: 1.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are November and December (0.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Makabana, Gabon
- Average UV index in March: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in March
Makabana, Gabon
- Average cloud cover in March: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 50).
Average visibility in March
Makabana, Gabon
- Average visibility in March: 6km
The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (5km).
