March weather forecastBonoua, Ivory Coast

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a tropical month in Bonoua, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.2°C (86.4°F) and 26.5°C (79.7°F).

Temperature

The shift into March uncovers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F), subtly different from the previous month. The temperature during March nights demonstrates a small drop from the daytime highs, settling to an average of 26.5°C (79.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index for March is calculated to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are quite important for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 20.9 days. Throughout March, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bonoua, Ivory Coast, during the entire year, the rain falls for 267.7 days and collects up to 933mm (36.73") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Bonoua is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:23 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in March interprets into the following advice:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 30.2°C (86.4°F) and a low-temperature of 26.5°C (79.7°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 38°C (100.4°F).

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

In March, the rain falls for 20.9 days. Throughout March, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

In March, the average day length is 12h and 5min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:23 GMT.

In Bonoua, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.1h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

30°C

30.2°C

30.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13.7km/h

14km/h

13.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

4.7

6.1

6.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

31%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in March
Bonoua, Ivory Coast

Average high temperature in March: 30.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (30.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26°C).

Average low temperature in March: 26.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Bonoua, Ivory Coast

Average pressure in March: 1010mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Bonoua, Ivory Coast

Average wind speed in March: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (14.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.2km/h).

Average humidity in March
Bonoua, Ivory Coast

Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Bonoua, Ivory Coast

Average rainfall in March: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (200mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (32mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Bonoua, Ivory Coast

Average rainfall days in March: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (28.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (16.5 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bonoua, Ivory Coast

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

Average sunshine in March: 9h and 6min

The months with the most sunshine are January and April (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bonoua, Ivory Coast

Average sunshine days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (11.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Bonoua, Ivory Coast

Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Bonoua, Ivory Coast

Average cloud cover in March: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Bonoua, Ivory Coast

Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).