March weather forecast
Bilafu, Sierra Leone

The first month of the spring, March, is still a very hot month in Bilafu, Sierra Leone, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.9°C (73.2°F) and an average high of 38.4°C (101.1°F).

Temperature

March, recording an average high temperature of 38.4°C (101.1°F) and a low temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F), is Bilafu's warmest month.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 56°C (132.8°F). Warning: These weather conditions are evaluated as gravely dangerous, heatstroke is approaching.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 60%.

Rainfall

In March, in Bilafu, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bilafu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 225.8 days and collects up to 1471mm (57.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Bilafu, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:59 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Bilafu is 9.5h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bilafu. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.