March weather forecast
Tombodu, Sierra Leone

The first month of the spring, March, is still a very hot month in Tombodu, Sierra Leone, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.2°C (97.2°F) and an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

March's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 36.2°C (97.2°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Tombodu registers a prominent dip from daytime highs, with an average of 22.3°C (72.1°F) during the nights of March.

Heat index

In March, the average heat index is appraised at a burning hot 55°C (131°F). Warning: These weather conditions are recognized as incredibly risky, with heatstroke near.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In Tombodu, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

Rainfall

In Tombodu, in March, it is raining for 19.6 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 270.4 rainfall days, and 1590mm (62.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Tombodu is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During March, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.