March weather forecast
Yelkakrom, Sierra Leone

The first month of the spring, March, is still a tropical month in Yelkakrom, Sierra Leone, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.6°C (76.3°F) and an average high of 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Yelkakrom notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), closely resembling February. An average low-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F) is recorded during the nights in March in Yelkakrom, Sierra Leone.

Heat index

The heat index for March is appraised at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. 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 highly important for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. 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. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Yelkakrom, in March, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 6mm (0.24") of accumulated precipitation. In Yelkakrom, Sierra Leone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.9 days and collects up to 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Yelkakrom 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, in Yelkakrom, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:02 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Yelkakrom 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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in March leads to these recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.