March weather forecast
Aku, Nigeria

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

Temperature

The transition from February to March sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still very hot 36°C (96.8°F), from a not significantly different 36.4°C (97.5°F). During March, Aku consistently records a temperature low averaging a warm 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during March is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. 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. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Aku is 61%.

Rainfall

In Aku, in March, it is raining for 16.2 days, with typically 47mm (1.85") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Aku, there are 227.8 rainfall days, and 1234mm (48.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Aku is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:40 WAT.

Sunshine

In Aku, the average sunshine in March 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.