March weather forecastYamfo, Ghana

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Yamfo, is also a fiery hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.7°C (98.1°F) and an average low of 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Temperature

In March, Yamfo's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 36.7°C (98.1°F), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. Despite the significant gap from daytime peaks, Yamfo experiences an average low-temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F) in March.

Heat index

For March, the heat index is estimated at a burning hot 54°C (129.2°F). Be alert: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a threat with sustained physical activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Yamfo, Ghana, is 66%.

Rainfall

In Yamfo, during March, the rain falls for 20.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation. In Yamfo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 211.3 days and collects up to 716mm (28.19") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Yamfo, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:18 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Yamfo. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.