March weather forecast
Nkok, Gabon

Come March, Nkok becomes the epitome of a tropical rainforest climate, marking the height of the monsoon with 154mm (6.06") of rainfall. The temperature range remains subtlety static, keeping the atmosphere muggy amid the downpours. Notably, this period imbues the Mossendjo River with vitality, its water levels burgeoning with each daily shower. Slightly increased wind speeds contribute to an active weather dynamic, taxing the trees but making sailing adventures a thrill for the daring. March, with its copious rainfall, truly showcases the might of Gabon's weather.

Temperature

March, with its high-temperature average of 30.1°C (86.2°F) and a low-temperature average of 25.3°C (77.5°F), is the warmest month in Nkok, Gabon.

Heat index

March's average heat index is estimated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. 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 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly important for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

January through March and August, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Nkok, during March, the rain falls for 29.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 154mm (6.06") of precipitation. In Nkok, during the entire year, the rain falls for 274.1 days and collects up to 1477mm (58.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Nkok, Gabon, is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:29 WAT.

Sunshine

In Nkok, the average sunshine in March is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Nkok are January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During March, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. 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. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.