March weather forecast
Dixcove, Ghana

March, the first month of the spring in Dixcove, is still a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.9°C (87.6°F) and an average low of 26.4°C (79.5°F).

Temperature

Dixcove in March witnesses an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F), indicating a slight variation from February's 30.5°C (86.9°F). A mean low-temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F) is a distinguishing feature of March, indicating a slight dip from daytime highs.

Heat index

March's mean heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Dixcove, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 22.3 days. Throughout March, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 268.5 rainfall days, and 987mm (38.86") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:16 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Dixcove, Ghana, is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. 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. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.