March weather forecast
Gouékan, Ivory Coast

March, the first month of the spring in Gouékan, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 33.4°C (92.1°F) and 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Temperature

March observes an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.4°C (92.1°F), marking an insignificant difference from February's 34°C (93.2°F). The significant decline in Gouékan's temperature, from day to night, averages of 20.9°C (69.6°F) in March.

Heat index

March's mean heat index is computed to be a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Be careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may result from extended activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Gouékan is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, in Gouékan, the rain falls for 25 days. Throughout March, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 270.6 rainfall days, and 1604mm (63.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:41 GMT.

Sunshine

In Gouékan, the average sunshine in March is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March translates into these guidelines:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.