March weather forecastTienko, Ivory Coast

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a hot month in Tienko, Ivory Coast, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.9°C (69.6°F) and an average high of 33.4°C (92.1°F).

Temperature

The onset of March notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.4°C (92.1°F), subtly shifted from February's 34°C (93.2°F). In March, a remarkable difference from daytime highs is noted, as Tienko records an average temperature of 20.9°C (69.6°F) during the night.

Heat index

In March, the average heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Tienko, the rain falls for 25 days. Throughout March, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is accumulated. In Tienko, during the entire year, the rain falls for 270.6 days and collects up to 1604mm (63.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Tienko is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Tienko, Ivory Coast, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:40 GMT.

Sunshine

In Tienko, Ivory Coast, the average sunshine in March is 8.9h.

UV index

January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in March transforms into this advice:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.