March weather forecastBanama, Guinea

Weather in March

As the Banama weather progresses into March, the onset of higher temperatures and escalating humidity commences. These changes can expose locals and visitors to a more oppressive environment as the tropical climate intensifies. Despite the uplift in temperature, the cloud coverage does not manifest in sizeable rainfall. Accumulated rainfall nearly quadruples from the preceding month. The temperature spectrum for this month extends from 20.2°C (68.4°F) to a high of 34.8°C (94.6°F) with rainfall totaling 67mm (2.64") over 16.3 days.

Temperature

Banama experiences the peak of its temperatures in February and March, when the average high-temperatures rise to 34.8°C (94.6°F).

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. 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. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

In Banama, during March, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation. In Banama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 237 days and collects up to 1388mm (54.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Banama is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:49 GMT.

Sunshine

In Banama, Guinea, the average sunshine in March is 8.7h.

UV index

February and March, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.