March weather forecastDorofi, Nigeria

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a tropical month in Dorofi, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.9°C (64.2°F) and max 32.7°C (90.9°F).

Temperature

Dorofi sees its peak of temperatures during February and March, with an average high-temperature of 32.7°C (90.9°F).

Heat index

March's heat index is calculated to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. 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 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.

Humidity

In Dorofi, Nigeria, the average relative humidity in March is 43%.

Rainfall

In Dorofi, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation. In Dorofi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 218.8 days and collects up to 1454mm (57.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.8h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

February and March are known as Dorofi's warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 32.7°C (90.9°F).

The high-temperature, in March, in Dorofi, records 32.7°C (90.9°F), while the low-temperature is 17.9°C (64.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in March is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).

In March, the average relative humidity is 43%.

In Dorofi, in March, during 8.8 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.8h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Dorofi, Nigeria

  • Average high temperature in March: 32.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (32.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 17.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (18.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Dorofi, Nigeria

  • Average pressure in March: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Dorofi, Nigeria

  • Average wind speed in March: 5.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (6.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (3.7km/h).

Average humidity in March
Dorofi, Nigeria

  • Average humidity in March: 43%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (28%).

Average rainfall in March
Dorofi, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall in March: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (272mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Dorofi, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.3 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dorofi, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dorofi, Nigeria

  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Dorofi, Nigeria

  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Dorofi, Nigeria

  • Average cloud cover in March: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in March
Dorofi, Nigeria

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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