March weather forecast
Nkume, Nigeria

March, the first month of the spring in Nkume, is also a fiery hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.1°C (95.2°F) and 25°C (77°F).

Temperature

March brings an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 35.1°C (95.2°F), showing a slight difference from February's 36°C (96.8°F). Nkume cools down to an average low-temperature of 25°C (77°F) throughout the month of March.

Heat index

For March, the heat index is computed to be a burning hot 51°C (123.8°F). Mindful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are to be expected. Extended physical effort might result in heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In Nkume, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.

Rainfall

In Nkume, Nigeria, in March, it is raining for 25.8 days, with typically 77mm (3.03") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 283.6 rainfall days, and 1467mm (57.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Nkume, Nigeria, is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:41 WAT.

Sunshine

In Nkume, Nigeria, the average sunshine in March is 8.3h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in March translates into these instructions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.