March weather forecast
Vavoua, Ivory Coast

As March ushers in the start of spring, Vavoua wades deeper into the wet season. The previous month's climb in precipitation levels persists yet, temperatures appear to plateau. Daylight stretches a tad longer despite the reduced sunshine hours. It's an intriguing mix of lengthy days and decreased sunshine indicating a sustained increase in cloud cover. On average, the city records around 80mm (3.15") of rainfall occurring over 21.5 days, making it a notable increase from February.

Temperature

Vavoua's weather in March indicates an average high-temperature of a still torrid 35.6°C (96.1°F), nearly consistent with the 36.1°C (97°F) of February. A significant temperature decrease to an average an agreeable 22.8°C (73°F) characterizes Vavoua's nighttime temperatures during March.

Heat index

The heat index value during March is calculated to be a burning hot 53°C (127.4°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

In Vavoua, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

Rainfall

In Vavoua, in March, it is raining for 21.5 days, with typically 80mm (3.15") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 218.7 rainfall days, and 845mm (33.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Vavoua, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Vavoua, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:35 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.8h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Vavoua. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.