March weather forecastBodou, Ivory Coast

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a hot month in Bodou, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°C (78.3°F) and 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

Bodou indicates an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F) in March, showing minor variation from February's 30.9°C (87.6°F). Bodou's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 25.7°C (78.3°F) during the nights of March.

Heat index

The heat index value during March is evaluated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Bodou is 80%.

Rainfall

In Bodou, Ivory Coast, in March, it is raining for 22.8 days, with typically 64mm (2.52") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 289.4 rainfall days, and 995mm (39.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Bodou is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of March, in Bodou, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:26 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bodou. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.