March weather forecastKamaranka, Sierra Leone

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Kamaranka, is still a very hot month, with an average temperature varying between 22.9°C (73.2°F) and 38.4°C (101.1°F).

Temperature

Kamaranka experiences its highest temperatures in March, with an average peak of 38.4°C (101.1°F) and a low of 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 56°C (132.8°F). Warning: These weather conditions are deemed overly hazardous, with near heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In Kamaranka, the average relative humidity in March is 60%.

Rainfall

In Kamaranka, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kamaranka, there are 225.8 rainfall days, and 1471mm (57.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March 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. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.