March weather forecast
Okpogho, Nigeria

The first month of the spring, March, is also a sweltering month in Okpogho, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.5°C (95.9°F) and min 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Okpogho's average high-temperature at the onset of March, reaching a still sweltering 35.5°C (95.9°F) from February's 35.9°C (96.6°F). In March, the average low-temperature in Okpogho records at a warm 25.6°C (78.1°F) during the nights.

Heat index

The heat index for March is calculated to be a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Mind: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke can develop with continued physical activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Okpogho, Nigeria, is 62%.

Rainfall

In Okpogho, in March, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 32mm (1.26") of accumulated precipitation. In Okpogho, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.2 days and collects up to 1012mm (39.84") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:40 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through May, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.