March weather forecast
Mintomo, Sierra Leone

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

Temperature

The shift from February to March is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), not significantly different from the 31.3°C (88.3°F) of February. Mintomo, in the month of March, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is computed to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mintomo, Sierra Leone, in March, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 6mm (0.24") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 205.9 rainfall days, and 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Mintomo, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 19:01 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Mintomo is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Mintomo are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health 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:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.