March weather forecastAbak, Nigeria

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a hot month in Abak, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.8°C (92.8°F) and min 25°C (77°F).

Temperature

Abak's average high-temperature in March is a tropical 33.8°C (92.8°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 35.1°C (95.2°F) of February. In the month of March, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 25°C (77°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In Abak, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Abak, Nigeria, during March, the rain falls for 26.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 118mm (4.65") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 299.7 rainfall days, and 2126mm (83.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:37 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.