March weather forecastNdayane, Senegal

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ndayane, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.5°C (68.9°F) and 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Temperature

The shift into March finds Ndayane at an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.5°C (81.5°F), corresponding to February's conditions. In March, Ndayane reports a consistent average low-temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F) during the nights.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F). Enduring exposure and ongoing activity could cause a sense of fatigue and subsequent heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 19:20 GMT.

Sunshine

In Ndayane, the average sunshine in March is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ndayane are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

During March, Ndayane experiences an average high-temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a low-temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F).

In March, the average relative humidity is 59%.

January through March and December are months without rainfall.

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

In Ndayane, Senegal, the average day length in March is 12h and 4min.

On the first day of March in Ndayane, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 19:20 GMT.

The average sunshine duration in March in Ndayane is 9.8h.

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

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

  • Average high temperature in March: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is April (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Ndayane, Senegal

  • Average pressure in March: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Ndayane, Senegal

  • Average wind speed in March: 23.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (23.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in March
Ndayane, Senegal

  • Average humidity in March: 59%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (45%).

Average rainfall in March
Ndayane, Senegal

  • Average rainfall in March: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (73mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Ndayane, Senegal

  • Average rainfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.2 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ndayane, 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 48min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ndayane, 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 (13.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Ndayane, Senegal

  • Average UV index in March: 6

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

Average cloud cover in March
Ndayane, Senegal

  • Average cloud cover in March: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in March
Ndayane, 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).