March weather forecastEpule, Vanuatu

Weather in March

Come March, the seasonal rhythm in Epule, Vanuatu continues, with temperatures slightly dipping to lie between 27.4°C (81.3°F) and 28.5°C (83.3°F). March sees the peak of the rainy season, with the highest average rainfall at 168mm (6.61"), distributed over 25.9 rainy days. Also noteworthy is the decrease in average sunlight hours to 8.5 hours, coupled with a decline in daylight hours to 12.2. The cloud coverage tends to slightly densify, while the relative humidity remains constant, thus upholding the tropical atmosphere characteristic of Epule. As March waves goodbye, the weather looks towards a slight transition in its climatic journey.

Temperature

March's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F), slightly deviating from February's 28.6°C (83.5°F). Epule maintains a minor drop in temperature during March nights, with averages of 27.4°C (81.3°F).

Heat index

March's mean heat index is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. 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 particularly important for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

February through April, June, October through December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Epule, Vanuatu.

Rainfall

In Epule, in March, during 25.9 rainfall days, 168mm (6.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Epule, Vanuatu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 231.1 days and collects up to 1033mm (40.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:48 +11.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Epule is 8.5h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.