March weather forecast
Molonou, Ivory Coast

The first month of the spring, March, is still a torrid month in Molonou, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.3°C (97.3°F) and min 23.7°C (74.7°F).

Temperature

Entering March, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still sweltering 36.3°C (97.3°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from February's 36.7°C (98.1°F). Despite a significant daily temperature range, Molonou's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 23.7°C (74.7°F) in March.

Heat index

The heat index value during March is appraised at a life-threatening hot 53°C (127.4°F). Keep wary: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a possible outcome of ongoing activity.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 67%.

Rainfall

In Molonou, during March, the rain falls for 22.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 77mm (3.03") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 237.8 rainfall days, and 883mm (34.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:31 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in March leads to these recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.