March weather forecastElesin, Nigeria
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is also a hot month in Elesin, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.6°C (88.9°F) and min 27.2°C (81°F).Temperature
Elesin's weather in March displays an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.6°C (88.9°F), showing minor disparity from February's 31.9°C (89.4°F). Elesin observes an average low-temperature of 27.2°C (81°F) during the slightly cooler nights of March.Heat index
For March, the heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.
Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Elesin, during March, the rain falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation. In Elesin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 216.6 days and collects up to 1013mm (39.88") of precipitation.Daylight
In Elesin, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:55 WAT.
Sunshine
In Elesin, the average sunshine in March is 8.7h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September 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 the average person.Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. 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. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average high temperature in March: 31.6°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.1°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.9°C).
Average pressure in March
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average pressure in March: 1009.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.5mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average wind speed in March: 14.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (9.9km/h).
Average humidity in March
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average rainfall in March: 35mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (203mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (18mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average rainfall days in March: 18.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (8 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Elesin, 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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average sunshine days in March: 8.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average UV index in March: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in March
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average cloud cover in March: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in March
Elesin, Nigeria
- Average visibility in March: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
