March weather forecast
Kissi Town, Sierra Leone

March, the first month of the spring in Kissi Town, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.6°C (76.3°F) and max 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

The arrival of March denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F) from February's 31.3°C (88.3°F). During March, Kissi Town's temperature averages to a warm 24.6°C (76.3°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index in March is estimated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kissi Town, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.9 days and collects up to 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kissi Town are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March leads to these instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.