March weather forecastKapélé, Ivory Coast

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a torrid month in Kapélé, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature varying between 37.4°C (99.3°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

In Kapélé, the average temperatures in March are the highest, with a peak at 37.4°C (99.3°F) and a low of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is computed to be a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Kapélé is 41%.

Rainfall

In Kapélé, Ivory Coast, during March, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kapélé, there are 153.9 rainfall days, and 688mm (27.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Kapélé is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:33 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

February through April, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Kapélé. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 8 in March leads to these recommendations:
Be constantly cautious; skin and eyes can be quickly affected if left unprotected. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Updated: Jan 30, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

In Kapélé, March is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 37.4°C (99.3°F) and a low of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

In Kapélé, 37.4°C (99.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 24.8°C (76.6°F) is the average low-temperature during March. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is computed to be 43°C (109.4°F).

In Kapélé, Ivory Coast, the average relative humidity in March is 41%.

In Kapélé, Ivory Coast, in March, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in March in Kapélé, Ivory Coast, is 12h and 5min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:33 GMT.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Kapélé, Ivory Coast, is 9.5h.

February through April, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Kapélé, Ivory Coast.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Kapélé, Ivory Coast, is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Today

Tomorrow

Long-term

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

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

36.5°C

37.4°C

37°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.8km/h

10.5km/h

11.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

23.8

14.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Kapélé, Ivory Coast

Average high temperature in March: 37.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (37.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.8°C).

Average low temperature in March: 24.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (25.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20°C).

Average pressure in March
Kapélé, Ivory Coast

Average pressure in March: 1008.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Kapélé, Ivory Coast

Average wind speed in March: 9.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (10.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and November (7.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Kapélé, Ivory Coast

Average humidity in March: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (17%).

Average rainfall in March
Kapélé, Ivory Coast

Average rainfall in March: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (156mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Kapélé, Ivory Coast

Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.4 days).

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

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

Average sunshine in March: 9h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Kapélé, Ivory Coast

Average sunshine days in March: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Kapélé, Ivory Coast

Average UV index in March: 8

The months with the highest UV index are February, March and April (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Kapélé, Ivory Coast

Average cloud cover in March: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in March
Kapélé, Ivory Coast

Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (8km).