March weather forecast
Kirima, Sierra Leone

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

Temperature

Kirima's shift into March is marked by a subtle change to a still hot 31°C (87.8°F) from February's 31.3°C (88.3°F) in temperature. Kirima reports a consistent average low-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F) throughout March nights.

Heat index

The heat index value during March is evaluated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kirima, Sierra Leone, 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 March, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of the month, 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. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in March transforms into this advice:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.