March weather forecastDanga, Ivory Coast

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a hot month in Danga, Ivory Coast, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and an average high of 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

The unfolding of March shows an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F), indicating a slight variance from February's 30°C (86°F). Danga, during March nights, records a temperature marginally cooler than the daytime average, at a moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Heat index

March's mean heat index is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Danga, during March, the rain falls for 21.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 54mm (2.13") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 288.7 rainfall days, and 1009mm (39.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Danga, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of March, in Danga, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:25 GMT.

Sunshine

In Danga, Ivory Coast, the average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Danga are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.