March weather forecast
Mboungou, Gabon

March, the first month of the autumn in Mboungou, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.2°C (72°F) and 32.1°C (89.8°F).

Temperature

Mboungou's temperatures peak on average in March, reaching 32.1°C (89.8°F) at their highest and 22.2°C (72°F) at their lowest.

Heat index

In March, the average heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Mind: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke can develop with continued physical activity.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mboungou, during March, the rain falls for 29.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 187mm (7.36") of precipitation. In Mboungou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297.6 days and collects up to 1831mm (72.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:22 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 7, March is the month with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.