March weather forecast
Dogbo-Tota, Benin

As the second month of the wet season, March continues the trend with increased humidity and rainfall in Dogbo-Tota. This is a month of more significant change compared to February, with all climatic parameters indicating that the grip of the wet season is tightening. The rainfall volume increases to 34mm (1.34"), and rain is expected on almost 20 days of the month. With a slight increase in average low temperature, the nights are warmer than the previous months. Despite the wet conditions, the daylight duration increases to 12.1 hours, ensuring plenty of light for daily activities.

Temperature

Dogbo-Tota, Benin, records an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 35.5°C (95.9°F) in March, maintaining a close correlation with February's 35.6°C (96.1°F). In Dogbo-Tota, an average temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F) is noted during March nights.

Heat index

The heat index value for March is computed to be a blazing hot 52°C (125.6°F). Mind: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke can develop with continued physical activity.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In Dogbo-Tota, the average relative humidity in March is 69%.

Rainfall

In Dogbo-Tota, in March, it is raining for 19.5 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dogbo-Tota, Benin, there are 216.6 rainfall days, and 631mm (24.84") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dogbo-Tota, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Dogbo-Tota, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 19:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:02 WAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Dogbo-Tota is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Dogbo-Tota are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.