March weather forecastKabala, Sierra Leone

Weather in March

Heading into March, Kabala’s daily sunshine hours remain high, however, the relative humidity starts to increase, indicating the onset of the upcoming wet season. A significant shift in the weather pattern is noticeable, with March recording a substantial increase in rainfall, up by 15mm (0.59") from the previous month. As the rainy days increase, the cloud cover also starts to grow, affecting the city's visibility. Nevertheless, the wind speeds remain fairly constant, continuing to bring a slight respite from the humidity. By the end of the month, the city begins its transition into the wet season.

Temperature

March is Kabala's warmest month, registering average high temperatures of 38°C (100.4°F) and lows of 20.6°C (69.1°F).

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 50°C (122°F). Mind: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke can develop with continued physical activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light 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 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 52%.

Rainfall

In Kabala, in March, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kabala, Sierra Leone, there are 214.8 rainfall days, and 1239mm (48.78") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Kabala is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Kabala, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:56 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Kabala is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kabala are January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in March translates into these instructions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.