March weather forecast
Welingara, The Gambia

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Welingara, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

Welingara observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between February's 29.2°C (84.6°F) and March's 29.4°C (84.9°F). Welingara, in March, observes a steady average low-temperature of 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index for March is computed to be a hot 30°C (86°F). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.

Humidity

In Welingara, the average relative humidity in March is 51%.

Rainfall

March through November are months with rainfall in Welingara. March is the first month it rains in Welingara, The Gambia. Throughout March, in the average 0.5 rainfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In Welingara, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77 days and collects up to 427mm (16.81") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Welingara, The Gambia, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 19:18 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Welingara are March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Welingara, The Gambia, are February and March, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is March in Welingara?

The high-temperature, in March, in Welingara, is 29.4°C (84.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 22°C (71.6°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Welingara?

In Welingara, The Gambia, the average relative humidity in March is 51%.

When does it start to rain in Welingara?

March is the first month it rains. Throughout March, in the average 0.5 rainfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Welingara?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of the month, in Welingara, The Gambia, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 19:18 GMT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Welingara?

The months with the most sunshine in Welingara, The Gambia, are March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Welingara have in March?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Welingara?

February and March, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Welingara.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Welingara?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Welingara, The Gambia, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Welingara, The Gambia

Average temperature in March - Welingara, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in March: 29.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (28.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.6°C).

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Average pressure in March
Welingara, The Gambia

Average pressure in March - Welingara, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in March: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Welingara, The Gambia

Average wind speed in March - Welingara, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in March: 18.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.8km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Welingara, The Gambia

Average humidity in March - Welingara, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in March: 51%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (39%).

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Average rainfall in March
Welingara, The Gambia

Average rainfall in March - Welingara, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall in March: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (177mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Welingara, The Gambia

Average rainfall days in March - Welingara, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall days in March: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.2 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Welingara, 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 months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Welingara, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in March - Welingara, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in March: 30.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Welingara, The Gambia

Average UV index in March - Welingara, The Gambia
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and March (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in March
Welingara, The Gambia

Average cloud cover in March - Welingara, 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
Welingara, The Gambia

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

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

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Welingara, The Gambia

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