March weather forecastWula, Sierra Leone

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a fiery hot month in Wula, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature varying between 38.3°C (100.9°F) and 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Temperature

Wula's March weather, with an average high temperature of 38.3°C (100.9°F) and an average low temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F), tends to be the warmest of the year.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 57°C (134.6°F). Warning: These weather conditions are recognized as incredibly risky, with heatstroke near.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. 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. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 61%.

Rainfall

In Wula, in March, during 11.6 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 228.1 rainfall days, and 1418mm (55.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:02 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Wula is 9.4h.

UV index

January through May, November 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in March leads to these recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

The month of March, characterized by an average high of 38.3°C (100.9°F) and a low of 22.9°C (73.2°F), is recognized as the warmest.

The high-temperature during March is 38.3°C (100.9°F) and the low-temperature is 22.9°C (73.2°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 57°C (134.6°F).

The average relative humidity in March is 61%.

In March, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Wula, Sierra Leone, the average day length in March is 12h and 5min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:02 GMT.

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.4h.

January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Wula, Sierra Leone

  • Average high temperature in March: 38.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (38.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (24°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Wula, Sierra Leone

  • Average pressure in March: 1010.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Wula, Sierra Leone

  • Average wind speed in March: 5.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (5.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (3.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Wula, Sierra Leone

  • Average humidity in March: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (60%).

Average rainfall in March
Wula, Sierra Leone

  • Average rainfall in March: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (299mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (3mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Wula, Sierra Leone

  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (29.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Wula, Sierra Leone

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Wula, Sierra Leone

  • Average sunshine days in March: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Wula, Sierra Leone

  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Wula, Sierra Leone

  • Average cloud cover in March: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in March
Wula, Sierra Leone

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March and April (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (5km).