March weather forecast
Tiassale, Ivory Coast

By March, the rainy season has firmly established itself in Tiassalé. The amount of rainfall recorded nearly doubles to 104mm (4.09"), indicating a significant rise from the previous month. Yet, despite the increased rainfall, life in Tiassalé continues unhindered, thanks to the city's infrastructure and the inhabitants' adaptability. The cooler temperatures, combined with greater cloud cover, can make the city feel humid. March brings increasing wind speeds, now reaching 6km/h (3.7mph), which contribute to the cooling effect.

Temperature

The average high-temperature during March is a still tropical 34.5°C (94.1°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. The average temperature in Tiassale, Ivory Coast, during March nights dips to a warm 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in March is calculated to be a blazing hot 52°C (125.6°F). Guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are foreseeable. Prolonged effort may bring about heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 26.2 days. Throughout March, 104mm (4.09") of precipitation is accumulated. In Tiassale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297.2 days and collects up to 1111mm (43.74") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Tiassale is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:28 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.