March weather forecast
Gakoura, Mali

March

Weather in March

Weather in Gakoura goes through a transition in March as the temperatures start to reach the year’s first high of 40.2°C (104.4°F). A mix of temperature escalation and the rain playing truant from the weather scene means it's time to gear up for the heat days. However, more daylight hours and maximum sunshine keep the weekdays lively and engaging. With almost unchanging wind speed, the evenings remain pretty much consistent with February. The UV index surges to 8, indicating a need for sun protection.

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature marginally rises from a torrid 36.8°C (98.2°F) in February to a blisteringly hot 40.2°C (104.4°F). Gakoura registers a significant reduction from the day's heat, with an average temperature drop to a pleasant 21.8°C (71.2°F) in March.

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 14%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are March through November. March is the first month it rains. Throughout March, in the average 0.8 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 64.9 rainfall days, and 273mm (10.75") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:00 GMT.

Sunshine

March and April, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

In Gakoura, Mali, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 8 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Be proactive in protecting yourself; skin and eyes can be harmed if left unprotected. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in March?
An average high-temperature, in March, in Gakoura, is 40.2°C (104.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 21.8°C (71.2°F).
What is the least humid month?
The months with the lowest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 14%.
What is the average humidity in March?
In March, the average relative humidity is 14%.
When does it start raining?
March is the first month it rains. Throughout March, in the average 0.8 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in March?
The average day length in March is 12h and 4min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:00 GMT.
What are the months with the most sunshine?
The months with the most sunshine are March and April, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Gakoura have in March?
In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.
What is the UV index intensity in March?
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Gakoura, Mali
Average temperature in March
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (42.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (30°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.9°C).

Average pressure in March - Gakoura, Mali
Average pressure in March
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average pressure in March: 1009.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.2mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Gakoura, Mali
Average wind speed in March
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in March - Gakoura, Mali
Average humidity in March
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average humidity in March: 14%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (70%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (14%).

Average rainfall in March - Gakoura, Mali
Average rainfall in March
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average rainfall in March: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (109mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Gakoura, Mali
Average rainfall days in March
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average rainfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gakoura, Mali
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are March and April (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March - Gakoura, Mali
Average sunshine days in March
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average sunshine days in March: 30.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March - Gakoura, Mali
Average UV index in March
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average UV index in March: 8

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March - Gakoura, Mali
Average cloud cover in March
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average cloud cover in March: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in March - Gakoura, Mali
Average visibility in March
Gakoura, Mali
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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

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