March weather forecastBotai, Guinea-Bissau

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Botai, is a sweltering month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.8°C (73°F) and an average high of 35.5°C (95.9°F).

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 35.5°C (95.9°F) and lows of 22.8°C (73°F), March is the warmest month.

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. 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. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Botai is 44%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall in Botai are March through December. March is the first month it rains. Throughout March, in the average 0.7 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.5 rainfall days, and 726mm (28.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Botai, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 19:15 GMT.

Sunshine

March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Botai, Guinea-Bissau.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Botai. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

In Botai, the peak temperatures are generally noted in March, averaging a high of 35.5°C (95.9°F) and a low of 22.8°C (73°F).

In March, in Botai, the average high-temperature is 35.5°C (95.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 22.8°C (73°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 40°C (104°F).

The average relative humidity in March in Botai is 44%.

March is the first month it rains. Throughout March, in the average 0.7 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

In March, the average day length is 12h and 4min.

On the first day of March in Botai, Guinea-Bissau, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 19:15 GMT.

The months with the most sunshine in Botai, Guinea-Bissau, are March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Botai, Guinea-Bissau, is 9.9h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Botai.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Botai, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Botai, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average high temperature in March: 35.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (35.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Botai, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average pressure in March: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and April (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Botai, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average wind speed in March: 11.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (13.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Botai, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average humidity in March: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (32%).

Average rainfall in March
Botai, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average rainfall in March: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (270mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Botai, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average rainfall days in March: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.3 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Botai, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 54min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Botai, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average sunshine days in March: 30.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Botai, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in March
Botai, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average cloud cover in March: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in March
Botai, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (9km).