March weather forecast
Lagbe, Nigeria

The first month of the spring, March, is also a hot month in Lagbe, Nigeria, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.5°C (92.3°F) and an average low of 26.7°C (80.1°F).

Temperature

Lagbe marks the start of March with an average high temperature of a still tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F), mirroring the readings from February. During the month of March, Lagbe experiences a steady low-temperature average of 26.7°C (80.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Prudent: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Heatstroke becomes imminent with sustained exertion.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Lagbe, Nigeria, is 73%.

Rainfall

In Lagbe, in March, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation. In Lagbe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.7 days and collects up to 481mm (18.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Lagbe, Nigeria, is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of March, in Lagbe, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:58 WAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

January through May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. 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. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.