March weather forecastAburi, Ghana

Weather in March

The weather in March demonstrates clear signs of transitioning to the harmattan season's peak. The city is cloaked in a denser cloud cover compared to the previous month, emphasizing the slight temperature increases that typically accompany increased cloudiness. The wind speeds fluctuate moderately throughout the month, reaching a maximum of 11.7km/h (7.3mph). The rainy days inch higher, adding more greenery to the landscape of Aburi.

Temperature

Aburi experiences its warmest period in January through April, averaging a high-temperature of 33.8°C (92.8°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in March is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In Aburi, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, in Aburi, the rain falls for 26.3 days. Throughout March, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Aburi, there are 289.2 rainfall days, and 1038mm (40.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Aburi, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Aburi, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:09 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Aburi is 9.3h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.