March weather forecastAkure, Uganda

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Akure, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 33°C (91.4°F) and 19.3°C (66.7°F).

Temperature

As Akure steps into March, the average high-temperature is measured at a still tropical 33°C (91.4°F), displaying minor differences from February's 34.3°C (93.7°F). A dramatic downturn marks the March nights, with lows averaging at an enjoyable 19.3°C (66.7°F).

Heat index

March's heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Akure, the average relative humidity in March is 57%.

Rainfall

In Akure, during March, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 75mm (2.95") of precipitation. In Akure, Uganda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 267.3 days and collects up to 1415mm (55.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Akure is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of March, in Akure, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:54 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Akure is 9.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Akure is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.