March weather forecast
Kamabai, Sierra Leone

March brings noticeable weather changes in Kamabai as the temperature often soars to 38.4°C (101.1°F). This month is distinguished as the hottest in the city, with the heat characteristically associated with a humidity increase. March ushers in the wet season, denoted by increased rainfall and cloud cover. Consequently, sunshine hours and visibility decrease slightly. Despite these changes, wind speeds remain moderately calm, providing relief from the rising temperatures.

Temperature

March is the month that records the highest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 38.4°C (101.1°F) to a low of 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during March is evaluated at a blazing hot 56°C (132.8°F). Warning: These weather conditions are regarded as tremendously dangerous, with imminent heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. 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 are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In Kamabai, the average relative humidity in March is 60%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 225.8 rainfall days, and 1471mm (57.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:58 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.5h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March leads to these instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.