March weather forecastOdogun, Nigeria

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a hot month in Odogun, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 27.2°C (81°F) and 31.6°C (88.9°F).

Temperature

Entering March, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still hot 31.6°C (88.9°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from February's 31.9°C (89.4°F). March nights in Odogun, Nigeria, document an average temperature reading of 27.2°C (81°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Odogun, in March, it is raining for 18.8 days, with typically 35mm (1.38") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 216.6 rainfall days, and 1013mm (39.88") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of March, in Odogun, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:55 WAT.

Sunshine

In Odogun, the average sunshine in March is 8.7h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Odogun. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During March, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Odogun in March has an average high-temperature of 31.6°C (88.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 27.2°C (81°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is calculated to be 42°C (107.6°F).

The average relative humidity in March in Odogun is 77%.

In Odogun, in March, during 18.8 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:55 WAT.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Odogun, Nigeria, is 8.7h.

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In Odogun, Nigeria, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

31.9°C

31.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14.2km/h

15.1km/h

14.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.5

8.4

12.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

28%

34%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in March
Odogun, Nigeria

Average high temperature in March: 31.6°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.1°C).

Average low temperature in March: 27.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.9°C).

Average pressure in March
Odogun, Nigeria

Average pressure in March: 1009.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Odogun, Nigeria

Average wind speed in March: 14.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (9.9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Odogun, Nigeria

Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Odogun, Nigeria

Average rainfall in March: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (203mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (18mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Odogun, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (8 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Odogun, 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: 8h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Odogun, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Odogun, Nigeria

Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Odogun, Nigeria

Average cloud cover in March: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
Odogun, Nigeria

Average visibility in March: 10km

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