March weather forecastIgumale, Nigeria

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Igumale, is still a very hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.3°C (79.3°F) and max 36.9°C (98.4°F).

Temperature

Igumale experiences the peak of its temperatures in February and March, when the average high-temperatures rise to 36.9°C (98.4°F).

Heat index

In March, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 50°C (122°F). Careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. With ongoing exertion, heatstroke becomes a possibility.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In Igumale, the average relative humidity in March is 59%.

Rainfall

In Igumale, during March, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 222.6 rainfall days, and 1261mm (49.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Igumale, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:37 WAT.

Sunshine

In Igumale, the average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

February and March, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 8 during March translates into these guidelines:
Refrain from exposing skin and eyes. Without protection, they can get damaged rapidly. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

The months of February and March bring the highest temperatures in Igumale, averaging a high of 36.9°C (98.4°F).

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 36.9°C (98.4°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in March is evaluated at 50°C (122°F).

The average relative humidity in March in Igumale is 59%.

In Igumale, in March, during 15.8 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Igumale, the average day length in March is 12h and 5min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:37 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.1h.

The months with the highest UV index in Igumale are February and March, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Igumale is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Igumale, Nigeria

  • Average high temperature in March: 36.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (36.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.6°C).

Average pressure in March
Igumale, Nigeria

  • Average pressure in March: 1009mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Igumale, Nigeria

  • Average wind speed in March: 11.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (6.9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Igumale, Nigeria

  • Average humidity in March: 59%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (44%).

Average rainfall in March
Igumale, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall in March: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (261mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (2mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Igumale, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.1 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Igumale, 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 6min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Igumale, Nigeria

  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Igumale, Nigeria

  • Average UV index in March: 8

The months with the highest UV index are February and March (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Igumale, Nigeria

  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March
Igumale, Nigeria

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (7km).