March weather forecast
Bwiam, The Gambia

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Weather in March

In March, weather patterns start deviating slightly from the consistent dryness observed in the initial months. Predominantly, temperatures follow an upward trajectory to hit a high of 37.8°C (100°F) from 35.8°C (96.4°F) in February. The daylight shines for a lengthier 12.1 hours, and the city witnesses a relative increase in the number of rainy days. The gusting winds reigning over the previous months calm down, allowing a gentle breeze. The evenings in Bwiam during March become cooler, marking it an ideal time for evening strolls.

Temperature

March's climate in Bwiam shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still very hot 37.8°C (100°F) from February's 35.8°C (96.4°F). Despite high daytime temperatures, the average temperature lowers to an agreeable 21.7°C (71.1°F) during March nights.

Humidity

In Bwiam, the average relative humidity in March is 30%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are March, May through November. March is the first month it rains in Bwiam. Throughout March, in the average 0.3 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Bwiam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.2 days and collects up to 453mm (17.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bwiam, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of March, in Bwiam, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 19:16 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Bwiam, The Gambia, is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bwiam are January through March, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Bwiam in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Bwiam, is 37.8°C (100°F), while the average low-temperature is 21.7°C (71.1°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Bwiam?

In Bwiam, The Gambia, the average relative humidity in March is 30%.

When does it start raining in Bwiam?

March is the first month it rains in Bwiam. Throughout March, in the average 0.3 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Bwiam?

The average day length in March in Bwiam, The Gambia, is 12h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Bwiam?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 19:16 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Bwiam?

In Bwiam, The Gambia, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bwiam?

January through March, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Bwiam, The Gambia.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Bwiam?

In Bwiam, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Bwiam, The Gambia

Average temperature in March - Bwiam, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (38.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (31.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.6°C).

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Average pressure in March
Bwiam, The Gambia

Average pressure in March - Bwiam, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in March: 1010.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Bwiam, The Gambia

Average wind speed in March - Bwiam, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.8km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Bwiam, The Gambia

Average humidity in March - Bwiam, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in March: 30%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (20%).

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Average rainfall in March
Bwiam, The Gambia

Average rainfall in March - Bwiam, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall in March: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (188mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, April and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Bwiam, The Gambia

Average rainfall days in March - Bwiam, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February, March and December (0.3 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bwiam, The Gambia

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bwiam, The Gambia
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bwiam, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in March - Bwiam, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in March: 30.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bwiam, The Gambia

Average UV index in March - Bwiam, The Gambia
  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

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Average cloud cover in March
Bwiam, The Gambia

Average cloud cover in March - Bwiam, The Gambia
  • Average cloud cover in March: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in March
Bwiam, The Gambia

Average visibility in March - Bwiam, The Gambia
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (9km).

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