March weather forecast
Gbongan, Nigeria

March, the first month of the spring in Gbongan, is still a very hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.9°C (75°F) and an average high of 35.9°C (96.6°F).

Temperature

March records an average high-temperature of a still very hot 35.9°C (96.6°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. Despite drastic daytime highs, Gbongan logs an average low-temperature reading of 23.9°C (75°F) throughout March.

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is estimated at a burning hot 55°C (131°F). Warning: These weather conditions are evaluated as particularly perilous, heatstroke is at hand.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Gbongan is 72%.

Rainfall

In Gbongan, Nigeria, in March, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 15mm (0.59") of accumulated precipitation. In Gbongan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.5 days and collects up to 283mm (11.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of March, in Gbongan, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:52 WAT.

Sunshine

In Gbongan, the average sunshine in March is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gbongan are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in March translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.