March weather forecast
Devil Hole, Sierra Leone

March, the first month of the spring in Devil Hole, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 31°C (87.8°F) and 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Temperature

March reports an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), slightly varied from February's 31.3°C (88.3°F). In March, the temperature drops to an average of 24.6°C (76.3°F) at night.

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In Devil Hole, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Devil Hole, in March, during 5.8 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Devil Hole, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.9 days and collects up to 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:02 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Devil Hole. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.