March weather forecast
Oyo, Nigeria

March signals the advent of Oyo's rainy season with a noticeable escalation in humidity and rainfall. An impressive 40mm (1.57") of rain falls over about 19 days, marking the commencement of substantial downpours. Comparatively, March experiences more cloud cover and less sunshine than the preceding months. Wind activity gently intensifies creating an airy ambiance amidst the increased moisture. Despite these changes, it continues to be warm with minimal temperature fluctuations.

Temperature

As Oyo, Nigeria, transitions from February to March, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still fiery hot 36.8°C (98.2°F), nearly the same as the previous 37.4°C (99.3°F). Oyo's March nights see a large temperature deviation, with temperatures resting at a low of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

In March, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 54°C (129.2°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots 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 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Oyo, Nigeria, is 65%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 18.7 days. Throughout March, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Oyo, there are 217.6 rainfall days, and 764mm (30.08") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Oyo, Nigeria, is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of March, in Oyo, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:54 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.2h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March leads to these instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. 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. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.