March weather forecast
Koindu, Sierra Leone

Komindu's weather takes a distinctive turn this month. The spike in humidity and rainfall signals the end of the drought season and the start of the wet phase. The transformation from the dry to wet season is rather sudden, creating a stark contrast with its neighboring calendar months. It’s comparatively cooler during this period, with higher precipitation levels. This month sees the highest rainfall with 51mm (2.01") as compared to the preceding months.

Temperature

Temperature records mark March as the warmest month, with highs averaging 36.1°C (97°F) and lows at 21.1°C (70°F).

Heat index

For March, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 51°C (123.8°F). Careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. With ongoing exertion, heatstroke becomes a possibility.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. 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. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. 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. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In Koindu, in March, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 252.4 rainfall days, and 1704mm (67.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Koindu, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:51 GMT.

Sunshine

In Koindu, the average sunshine in March is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.