March weather forecastAbi, Nigeria

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Abi, is also a fiery hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.2°C (77.4°F) and max 36°C (96.8°F).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Abi's average high-temperature at the onset of March, reaching a still fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F) from February's 36.4°C (97.5°F). March nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a warm 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

For March, the heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 49°C (120.2°F). Careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. With ongoing exertion, heatstroke becomes a possibility.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 61%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout March, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is accumulated. In Abi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 227.8 days and collects up to 1234mm (48.58") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:40 WAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In March, in Abi, the average high-temperature is 36°C (96.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.2°C (77.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in March is calculated to be 49°C (120.2°F).

In Abi, the average relative humidity in March is 61%.

In March, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout March, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in March is 12h and 5min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:40 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.9h.

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

36.4°C

36°C

34.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.5km/h

11.8km/h

11.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

18.3

12.4

8.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Abi, Nigeria

Average high temperature in March: 36°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (36.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.5°C).

Average low temperature in March: 25.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and August (21.6°C).

Average pressure in March
Abi, Nigeria

Average pressure in March: 1008.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Abi, Nigeria

Average wind speed in March: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.6km/h).

Average humidity in March
Abi, Nigeria

Average humidity in March: 61%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (39%).

Average rainfall in March
Abi, Nigeria

Average rainfall in March: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (208mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (4mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Abi, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in March: 16.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.8 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Abi, Nigeria

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h and 54min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Abi, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (27 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are August and September (0.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Abi, Nigeria

Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Abi, Nigeria

Average cloud cover in March: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March
Abi, Nigeria

Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (6km).