March weather forecastBaglo, Ghana

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a very hot month in Baglo, Ghana, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.7°C (98.1°F) and min 24°C (75.2°F).

Temperature

Baglo greets March with an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 36.7°C (98.1°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Despite the hot March days, Baglo's nights see an average temperature plunge to a warm 24°C (75.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index for March is evaluated at a burning hot 50°C (122°F). Heed: Expect heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continued action may cause heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Baglo is 60%.

Rainfall

In Baglo, during March, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Baglo, there are 227.3 rainfall days, and 958mm (37.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Baglo, Ghana, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Baglo, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:07 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Baglo is 10.3h.

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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.