March weather forecast
Mendekelema, Sierra Leone

The first month of the spring, March, is still a torrid month in Mendekelema, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.2°C (97.2°F) and min 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

March notes an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 36.2°C (97.2°F), subtly differing from February's 36.3°C (97.3°F). In Mendekelema, the average temperature during the nights of March marks a significant drop from the daily high, settling at a pleasant 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index in March is computed to be a blazing hot 55°C (131°F). Warning: These weather conditions are regarded as tremendously dangerous, with imminent heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In Mendekelema, Sierra Leone, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

Rainfall

In Mendekelema, during March, the rain falls for 19.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation. In Mendekelema, during the entire year, the rain falls for 270.4 days and collects up to 1590mm (62.6") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:52 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.