March weather forecastSikasso, Mali
March
Weather in March
March's weather in Sikasso marks a transition from the slightly cool months to a warmer period. The atmosphere gains humidity, and the rainfall levels step up, indicating the onset of wetter days ahead. Interestingly, the hours of sunshine fall slightly from the preceding month despite an increase in total daylight hours. Changes in the weather components are noted at moderate levels, except for the steadiness in visibility. The prospect of wind-related activities diminishes with the reduction in wind speeds and gusts experienced in March.Temperature
March's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 39.2°C (102.6°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Sikasso, during the nights of March, registers a substantial plunge from the daytime high, averaging at a warm 24.3°C (75.7°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Sikasso is 23%.Rainfall
In Sikasso, Mali, in March, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.5 rainfall days, and 578mm (22.76") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Sikasso, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.On the first day of March in Sikasso, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:33 GMT.
Sunshine
In Sikasso, the average sunshine in March is 9.8h.UV index
February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 8 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Be constantly cautious; skin and eyes can be quickly affected if left unprotected. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Sikasso, Mali
- Average high temperature in March: 39.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (39.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.7°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 24.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°C).
Average pressure in March
Sikasso, Mali
- Average pressure in March: 1008.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1012.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.2mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Sikasso, Mali
- Average wind speed in March: 8.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.4km/h).
Average humidity in March
Sikasso, Mali
- Average humidity in March: 23%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).
Average rainfall in March
Sikasso, Mali
- Average rainfall in March: 7mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (187mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Sikasso, Mali
- Average rainfall days in March: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.1 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sikasso, Mali
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Sikasso, Mali
- Average sunshine days in March: 24.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Sikasso, Mali
- Average UV index in March: 8
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April and May (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are July, August and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in March
Sikasso, Mali
- Average cloud cover in March: 11
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in March
Sikasso, Mali
- Average visibility in March: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (8km).
