March weather forecast
Bakakara, Vanuatu

March represents a transition period in Bakakara, Vanuatu's weather pattern. There is a marginal decrease in sunshine hours even as rainfall drops slightly to 195mm (7.68"). Dust particles suspended in the atmosphere decrease visibility. As it approaches April, the city breathes a sigh of relief from the intense UV radiation. Wind conditions transition to a slightly gentle breeze providing comfort from the warm temperatures.

Temperature

Bakakara's warmest weather arrives in March, when temperatures average a high of 28.9°C (84°F) and a low of 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

March's heat index is computed to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. 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. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Bakakara, during March, the rain falls for 26.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 195mm (7.68") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 235.3 rainfall days, and 1432mm (56.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bakakara, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:55 +11.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Bakakara, Vanuatu, is 9.3h.

UV index

February through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bakakara. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in March translates into this advice:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.