March weather forecast
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

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Weather in March

March brings a definitive shift in Gaoua's weather pattern. The prominence of the dry season starts to yield to the allure of spring, characterized by a rise in temperature and increased precipitation. With rainfall of 14mm (0.55"), the onset of the wet season begins to manifest. This shift prepares the sprawling landscape of Gaoua for the growth and renewal of flora and fauna. As the pendulum swings towards April, the city braces itself for intensified rainfall, warmer temperatures, and higher humidity.

Temperature

March, with an average high of 39.7°C (103.5°F) and a low of 25.3°C (77.5°F), signifies the warmest month of the year.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gaoua, in March, during 6.5 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.4 rainfall days, and 491mm (19.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Gaoua is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of March, in Gaoua, Burkina Faso, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:23 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Gaoua, Burkina Faso, is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gaoua, Burkina Faso, are February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 8 turns into the following recommendations:
Ensure you're always protected. Unprotected skin can get damaged in moments. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Gaoua?

Gaoua's warmest month, March, registers temperatures that range from a high of 39.7°C (103.5°F) to a low of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

How hot is it in Gaoua in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Gaoua, records 39.7°C (103.5°F), while the low-temperature is 25.3°C (77.5°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Gaoua?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Gaoua?

In Gaoua, during March, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Gaoua have in March?

The average day length in March in Gaoua, Burkina Faso, is 12h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Gaoua?

On the first day of March in Gaoua, Burkina Faso, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:23 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Gaoua?

The average sunshine duration in March in Gaoua, Burkina Faso, is 9.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Gaoua?

February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Gaoua.

How high is the UV index in March in Gaoua?

In Gaoua, Burkina Faso, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average temperature in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°C).

Average pressure in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average pressure in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in March: 1008.6mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average wind speed in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6km/h).

Average humidity in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average humidity in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in March: 30%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).

Average rainfall in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in March: 14mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (120mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average rainfall days in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0.3 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average sunshine days in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average UV index in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average UV index in March: 8

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April and May (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average cloud cover in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in March: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in March
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Average visibility in March - Gaoua, Burkina Faso
  • 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).

Gaoua, Burkina Faso

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