March weather forecast
Ziguinchor, Senegal

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Weather in March

Moving from February to March, Ziguinchor remains dry and warm, as it continues the trend of no rainy days. With the sunshine hours maintaining at 9 hours per day, outdoor enthusiasts continue to enjoy what this city offers. March becomes one of the 'coolest' periods in Ziguinchor with temperatures ranging from 18°C (64.4°F) to 36°C (96.8°F). The shift to April brings a subtle increase in temperatures. March sees off another month with no rainfall, thereby extending the dry spell in Ziguinchor.

Temperature

March brings an average high-temperature of a still very hot 36°C (96.8°F) in Ziguinchor, aligning with the conditions of the preceding month. With the onset of night in March, Ziguinchor reveals a significant decrease in temperature, averaging at a refreshing 18°C (64.4°F).

Rainfall

January through April are months without rainfall.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature is 22.8°C (73°F).
Note: A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 22.8°C (73°F) water. (FYI: The Olympic swimming competition requires a water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

In Ziguinchor, Senegal, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 19:14. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 19:16 GMT.

Sunshine

February through May and November, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 12 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Utilize every vital safety procedure. Individuals with light skin may endure burns in less than 5 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Regularly apply and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum SPF 30 every two hours, or straight after swimming or an outdoor activity. Caution! Sand and water surfaces escalate the UV intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Ziguinchor in March?

The high-temperature in Ziguinchor during March is 36°C (96.8°F) and the low-temperature is 18°C (64.4°F).

What is the driest month in Ziguinchor?

In Ziguinchor, rain does not fall in January through April.

How warm is the water in March in Ziguinchor?

In Ziguinchor, Senegal, the average seawater temperature in March is 22.8°C (73°F). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 22.8°C (73°F).

How many hours of daylight does Ziguinchor have in March?

In Ziguinchor, Senegal, the average day length in March is 12h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Ziguinchor?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 19:14. On the last day of the month, in Ziguinchor, Senegal, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 19:16 GMT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Ziguinchor?

The months with the most sunshine in Ziguinchor, Senegal, are February through May and November, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in March in Ziguinchor?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Ziguinchor is 9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Ziguinchor?

The months with the highest UV index in Ziguinchor are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Ziguinchor?

In Ziguinchor, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ziguinchor, Senegal

Average temperature in March - Ziguinchor, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in March: 36°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (37°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (31°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are June, July, August, September and October (23°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°C).

Average rainfall in March
Ziguinchor, Senegal

Average rainfall in March - Ziguinchor, Senegal
  • Average rainfall in March: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (446mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and April (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Ziguinchor, Senegal

Average rainfall days in March - Ziguinchor, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February, March, April and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Ziguinchor, Senegal

Average sea temperature in March - Ziguinchor, Senegal
  • Average sea temperature in March: 22.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (28.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (22.6°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ziguinchor, Senegal

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ziguinchor, Senegal
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h

The months with the most sunshine are February, March, April, May and November (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in March
Ziguinchor, Senegal

Average UV index in March - Ziguinchor, Senegal
  • Average UV index in March: 12

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 9).

Ziguinchor, Senegal

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