March weather forecastGuelor, Senegal

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Guelor, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 19.8°C (67.6°F) and 34.1°C (93.4°F).

Temperature

March brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34.1°C (93.4°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. The nighttime temperature shows a significant divergence from the daytime highs, averaging at a comfortable 19.8°C (67.6°F) in March.

Heat index

The heat index value for March is appraised at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January through March and December are months without rainfall.

Daylight

In Guelor, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Guelor, 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.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

March temperatures in Guelor, Senegal, vary between a high-temperature of 34.1°C (93.4°F) and a low-temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is appraised at 37°C (98.6°F).

The average relative humidity in March in Guelor is 44%.

January through March and December are months without rainfall in Guelor, Senegal.

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

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Guelor is 9.9h.

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

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Guelor, Senegal, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Today

Tomorrow

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
Guelor, 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
Guelor, 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
Guelor, 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
Guelor, 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
Guelor, 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
Guelor, 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
Guelor, 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
Guelor, 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
Guelor, 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
Guelor, 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
Guelor, 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).