March weather forecastFirawa, Guinea

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Firawa, is still a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.8°C (94.6°F) and min 20.2°C (68.4°F).

Temperature

The highest point of temperatures falls in February and March, when the average high-temperature ascends to 34.8°C (94.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during March is appraised at a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

In Firawa, during March, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 237 rainfall days, and 1388mm (54.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Firawa, 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

The average sunshine in March is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February and March, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.