March weather forecast
Koussanar, Senegal

March

Weather in March

Introducing March in Koussanar! This month sees a slight upturn in the average high temperature, signaling the stepping stones to the relative heat of the oncoming months. Keep in mind that this is the time the city experiences the highest UV index, it is pegged at 8, cautioning residents about sun exposure. Nonethless, signs of the dry season gradually wear off. The rainfall level inches up, though it still remains a negligible 1mm (0.04"). The local saying goes, March teases the year's humidity.

Temperature

March's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a scorching 40.8°C (105.4°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Koussanar's average low-temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F) in March reflects a significant disparity from the daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 16%.

Rainfall

March through November are months with rainfall. March is the first month it rains. Throughout March, in the average 0.7 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 82.3 rainfall days, and 373mm (14.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Koussanar is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:08 GMT.

Sunshine

In Koussanar, the average sunshine in March is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through June, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During March, 8 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be constantly cautious; skin and eyes can be quickly affected if left unprotected. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in March?
During March, Koussanar experiences an average high-temperature of 40.8°C (105.4°F) and a low-temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F).
What is the average humidity in March?
In March, the average relative humidity is 16%.
When does it start raining?
March is the first month it rains. Throughout March, in the average 0.7 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in March?
In March, the average day length is 12h and 4min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:08 GMT.
How long on average sun shines in March?
In Koussanar, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.9h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
March through June, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in March?
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March - Koussanar, Senegal
Average temperature in March
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in March: 40.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (27.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.1°C).

Average pressure in March - Koussanar, Senegal
Average pressure in March
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average pressure in March: 1009.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.5mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Koussanar, Senegal
Average wind speed in March
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.8km/h).

Average humidity in March - Koussanar, Senegal
Average humidity in March
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average humidity in March: 16%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (14%).

Average rainfall in March - Koussanar, Senegal
Average rainfall in March
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average rainfall in March: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (149mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Koussanar, Senegal
Average rainfall days in March
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in March: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Koussanar, Senegal
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March - Koussanar, Senegal
Average sunshine days in March
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average sunshine days in March: 30.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.8 days).

Average UV index in March - Koussanar, Senegal
Average UV index in March
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average UV index in March: 8

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, October and November (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July, August, September and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in March - Koussanar, Senegal
Average cloud cover in March
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average cloud cover in March: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in March - Koussanar, Senegal
Average visibility in March
Koussanar, Senegal
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (9km).

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