March weather forecastAguata, Nigeria

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Aguata, is still a very hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.5°C (77.9°F) and an average high of 35.7°C (96.3°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a still fiery hot 35.7°C (96.3°F) in March, hardly different from the 36.5°C (97.7°F) recorded in February. Throughout March nights, Aguata experiences a consistent temperature average of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index in March is estimated at a life-threatening hot 51°C (123.8°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

In Aguata, in March, it is raining for 20.7 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 253.1 rainfall days, and 1279mm (50.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Aguata, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:40 WAT.

Sunshine

In Aguata, Nigeria, the average sunshine in March is 8.4h.

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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in March translates into these instructions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.