March weather forecastNembe, Nigeria

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Nembe, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°C (88.7°F) and 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

March's presence records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F), closely mirroring February's climate. In the month of March, the average low-temperature usually rests at a moderately hot 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is computed to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In Nembe, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Nembe, during March, the rain falls for 26.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 135mm (5.31") of precipitation. In Nembe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 310.7 days and collects up to 2138mm (84.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:43 WAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

In Nembe, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.