March weather forecastLusu, Namibia

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Lusu, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.1°C (66.4°F) and max 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in March, a still tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F), mirrors the temperature recorded in February. During the nights in March, Lusu experiences a consistent average temperature of 19.1°C (66.4°F).

Heat index

March's heat index is appraised at a very hot 35°C (95°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' 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. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Lusu, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

Rainfall

In Lusu, in March, during 19 rainfall days, 85mm (3.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.1 rainfall days, and 537mm (21.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:25 CAT.

Sunshine

In Lusu, the average sunshine in March is 8.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in March leads to these recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.