March weather forecastDiayane, Senegal

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Diayane, is still a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.8°C (67.6°F) and max 34.1°C (93.4°F).

Temperature

March denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still tropical 34.1°C (93.4°F) from February's 33.4°C (92.1°F). In Diayane, March nights witness a remarkable decline from the day's zenith to a refreshing 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Heat index

In March, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. 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. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 44%.

Rainfall

January through March and December are months without rainfall.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 19:19 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

January through November, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in March interprets into the following advice:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in March, in Diayane, is 34.1°C (93.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 19.8°C (67.6°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 37°C (98.6°F).

In Diayane, the average relative humidity in March is 44%.

In Diayane, rain does not fall in January through March and December.

In Diayane, in March, it doesn't rain. In April, it rains.

The average day length in March is 12h and 4min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 19:19 GMT.

In Diayane, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.9h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Diayane is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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

33.4°C

34.1°C

33.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

19.8km/h

19.6km/h

20.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

27.9

30.7

28.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

12%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in March
Diayane, Senegal

Average high temperature in March: 34.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (35.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (31.8°C).

Average low temperature in March: 19.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (19.3°C).

Average pressure in March
Diayane, Senegal

Average pressure in March: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Diayane, Senegal

Average wind speed in March: 18.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (19.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (11.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Diayane, Senegal

Average humidity in March: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (29%).

Average rainfall in March
Diayane, Senegal

Average rainfall in March: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (90mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Diayane, Senegal

Average rainfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Diayane, Senegal

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

Average sunshine in March: 9h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Diayane, Senegal

Average sunshine days in March: 30.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Diayane, Senegal

Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
Diayane, Senegal

Average cloud cover in March: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in March
Diayane, Senegal

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).