March weather forecast
Ensalma, Guinea-Bissau

The first month of the spring, March, is a very hot month in Ensalma, Guinea-Bissau, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.8°C (73°F) and max 35.5°C (95.9°F).

Temperature

Temperature records mark March as the warmest month, with highs averaging 35.5°C (95.9°F) and lows at 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

The heat index for March is estimated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 44%.

Rainfall

March through December are months with rainfall in Ensalma, Guinea-Bissau. 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, in Ensalma, there are 107.5 rainfall days, and 726mm (28.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ensalma, Guinea-Bissau, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 19:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 19:13 GMT.

Sunshine

March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Ensalma.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during March translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. 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. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.