March weather forecast
Jabada', Guinea-Bissau

The first month of the spring, March, is a sweltering month in Jabada', Guinea-Bissau, with an average temperature varying between 35.5°C (95.9°F) and 22.8°C (73°F).

Temperature

Jabada' notes the warmest temperatures in March, with a high average of 35.5°C (95.9°F) and a low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in March is evaluated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Jabada' is 44%.

Rainfall

March through December are months with rainfall. March is the first month it rains in Jabada'. Throughout March, in the average 0.7 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Jabada', during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.5 days and collects up to 726mm (28.58") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Jabada', sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 19:12 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Jabada', Guinea-Bissau. The months with the lowest UV index in Jabada' are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.