March weather forecast
New Kru Town, Liberia

As the transition to the wet season commences, March distinguishes itself by receiving a significant spike in rainfall up to 69mm (2.72") as compared to February. However, average daytime temperatures stay consistent, lending a steady tropical warmth to New Kru Town, Liberia. The wind speed also remains fairly stable, providing a continuous flow of sea breezes, crucial for moderating the heat. Residents can expect the humidity to progress mildly, escalating alongside the incoming rain. Unsurprisingly, the month provides ample daylight despite the increment in cloud coverage.

Temperature

New Kru Town's transition into March carries an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), consistent with the temperature in February. The nighttime temperature demonstrates a marginal decline, averaging at a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F) during March.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In New Kru Town, in March, during 23.1 rainfall days, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 298.8 rainfall days, and 1903mm (74.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In New Kru Town, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:52 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in New Kru Town, Liberia, is 8.5h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.