March weather forecast
Ilobu, Nigeria

The first month of the spring, March, is also a sweltering month in Ilobu, Nigeria, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.3°C (73.9°F) and 36.1°C (97°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a still fiery hot 36.1°C (97°F) in March, hardly different from the 36.8°C (98.2°F) recorded in February. Ilobu reports a marked divergence from daytime peaks throughout March, with lows averaging at a moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

For March, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 55°C (131°F). Warning: These weather conditions are evaluated as particularly perilous, heatstroke is at hand.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In Ilobu, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

Rainfall

In Ilobu, Nigeria, in March, during 19.1 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ilobu, there are 233.3 rainfall days, and 901mm (35.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:51 WAT.

Sunshine

In Ilobu, the average sunshine in March is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.