March weather forecastOnuba, Nigeria

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a very hot month in Onuba, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 35.5°C (95.9°F) and 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Temperature

The transition into March reveals an average high-temperature of a still torrid 35.5°C (95.9°F), mirroring a close resemblance to February. Onuba, during the month of March, experiences an average low-temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during March is estimated at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', 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 affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. 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 remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. 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.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout March, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated. In Onuba, 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 in Onuba is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:39 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Onuba are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.