March weather forecastEpe, Nigeria

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Epe, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32°C (89.6°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

The initiation of March records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. The month of March records an average low-temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F) in Epe.

Heat index

March's heat index is calculated to be a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Eyes open: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Prolonged exertion could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Epe, in March, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Epe, there are 241.1 rainfall days, and 1178mm (46.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:53 WAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in March translates into these instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 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. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

Epe in March has an average high-temperature of 32°C (89.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in March is calculated to be 43°C (109.4°F).

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

In Epe, Nigeria, in March, during 16.8 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of the month, in Epe, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:53 WAT.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Epe, Nigeria, is 8.3h.

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Epe, Nigeria.

In Epe, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Epe, Nigeria

  • Average high temperature in March: 32°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (32.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.5°C).

Average pressure in March
Epe, 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
Epe, Nigeria

  • Average wind speed in March: 12km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (12.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (8.4km/h).

Average humidity in March
Epe, Nigeria

  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Epe, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall in March: 31mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (246mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (16mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Epe, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (28.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Epe, 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 18min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Epe, Nigeria

  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Epe, 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
Epe, Nigeria

  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in March
Epe, Nigeria

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).