March weather forecastAbagana, Nigeria

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a very hot month in Abagana, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.7°C (96.3°F) and min 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

Abagana, Nigeria, measures an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 35.7°C (96.3°F) in March, nearly consistent with the preceding month. In Abagana, the expected average low-temperature for March is a moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is computed to be a burning hot 51°C (123.8°F). Mind: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke can develop with continued physical activity.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

In Abagana, during March, the rain falls for 20.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Abagana, Nigeria, there are 253.1 rainfall days, and 1279mm (50.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Abagana is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of March, in Abagana, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:41 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Abagana are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in March translates into these instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.