March weather forecast
Sessénoua, Ivory Coast

The first month of the spring, March, is still a torrid month in Sessénoua, Ivory Coast, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.1°C (75.4°F) and an average high of 36.9°C (98.4°F).

Temperature

During the warmest month, March, temperatures average a high of 36.9°C (98.4°F) and a low of 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index in March is calculated to be a blazing hot 51°C (123.8°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 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 impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for 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.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In Sessénoua, the average relative humidity in March is 60%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 17.6 days. Throughout March, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 201.6 rainfall days, and 788mm (31.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sessénoua, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:30 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Sessénoua is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.