March weather forecastJoio, Mozambique

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Joio, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 29.9°C (85.8°F) and 25.7°C (78.3°F).

Temperature

March notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.9°C (85.8°F), subtly differing from February's 29.8°C (85.6°F). Nighttime temperatures record an average of 25.7°C (78.3°F) throughout March.

Heat index

The heat index for March is computed to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Joio, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Joio, Mozambique, during March, the rain falls for 24.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 176mm (6.93") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.3 rainfall days, and 1047mm (41.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Joio, Mozambique, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 17:22 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.