March weather forecast
Sam, Gabon

The first month of the spring, March, is still a tropical month in Sam, Gabon, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.8°C (89.2°F) and an average low of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Temperature

Sam witnesses its highest temperatures in January and March, reaching an average of 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Heat index

March's mean heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Sam, during March, the rain falls for 30 days and regularly aggregates up to 143mm (5.63") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sam, there are 313.6 rainfall days, and 1610mm (63.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:22 WAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.