March weather forecastSedhiou, Senegal

March weather for Sedhiou, Senegal: On the last day of March, in Sedhiou, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 19:13 GMT. The months with the highest UV index in Sedhiou, Senegal, are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

March

Weather in March

The arrival of spring instigates a slightly hotter phase of weather in Sedhiou. Paired with warmer temperatures, greater humidity levels imply a denser atmosphere while cloud coverage remains minimal. Despite longer daylight hours surpassing 12, the number of sunshine days docks considerably and signals more variable weather. The maximum temperature notably soars to 40.3°C (104.5°F), requiring locals and visitors to take necessary precautions against heatstroke.

Temperature

The shift into March records an average high-temperature of a blistering 40.3°C (104.5°F), subtly varied from February's 38.2°C (100.8°F). A stark contrast in day to night temperatures can be seen in March, with an average low-temperature of 21.7°C (71.1°F).

Humidity

In Sedhiou, the average relative humidity in March is 28%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Sedhiou, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 19:11. On the last day of March, in Sedhiou, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 19:13 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Sedhiou are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 8 in March translates into these instructions:
Take all necessary measures. Eyes and skin are at risk if left unprotected. 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. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during March is 40.3°C (104.5°F) and the low-temperature is 21.7°C (71.1°F).

In March, the average relative humidity is 28%.

January through March and December are months without rainfall in Sedhiou.

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

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 19:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 19:13 GMT.

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

The months with the highest UV index in Sedhiou, Senegal, are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

In Sedhiou, Senegal, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Sedhiou, Senegal

  • Average high temperature in March: 40.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Sedhiou, Senegal

  • Average pressure in March: 1009.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Sedhiou, Senegal

  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in March
Sedhiou, Senegal

  • Average humidity in March: 28%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (20%).

Average rainfall in March
Sedhiou, Senegal

  • Average rainfall in March: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (224mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Sedhiou, Senegal

  • Average rainfall days in March: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).

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

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sedhiou, Senegal

  • Average sunshine days in March: 30.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Sedhiou, Senegal

  • Average UV index in March: 8

The months with the highest UV index are March, April and May (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Sedhiou, Senegal

  • Average cloud cover in March: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in March
Sedhiou, Senegal

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).