March weather forecastGembu, Nigeria

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a hot month in Gembu, Nigeria, with temperature in the range of an average low of 17.9°C (64.2°F) and an average high of 32.7°C (90.9°F).

Temperature

In Gembu, the warmest months are February and March, registering an average high-temperature of 32.7°C (90.9°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is evaluated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Gembu, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gembu, 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 in Gembu is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:24 WAT.

Sunshine

In Gembu, the average sunshine in March is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

Gembu experiences the peak of its temperatures in February and March, when the average high-temperatures rise to 32.7°C (90.9°F).

Gembu in March has an average high-temperature of 32.7°C (90.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 17.9°C (64.2°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).

In March, the average relative humidity is 43%.

In Gembu, Nigeria, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation.

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

On the first day of March in Gembu, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:24 WAT.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Gembu is 9.8h.

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

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Gembu, Nigeria, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Gembu, 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
Gembu, 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
Gembu, 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
Gembu, 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
Gembu, 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
Gembu, 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
Gembu, 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: 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
Gembu, 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
Gembu, 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
Gembu, 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
Gembu, 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).