March weather forecast
Mattru, Sierra Leone

March, the first month of the spring in Mattru, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.9°C (89.4°F) and 25°C (77°F).

Temperature

The transition from February to March sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still hot 31.9°C (89.4°F), from a not significantly different 32°C (89.6°F). Mattru throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 25°C (77°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is estimated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. 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 especially vital to children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. 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 74%.

Rainfall

In Mattru, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Mattru, during the entire year, the rain falls for 238.8 days and collects up to 1773mm (69.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Mattru, Sierra Leone, is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Mattru, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:58 GMT.

Sunshine

In Mattru, the average sunshine in March is 8.9h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Mattru, Sierra Leone. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.