March weather forecast
Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast

The city transitions to a wetter season in March. Accommodating the highest average rainfall of the year at 108mm (4.25"), March distinctively delineates the onset of the rainy period. The increase in precipitation does not signify a considerable drop in temperatures, which remain fairly warm. Strolls under the glowing sun turn into quick whisks under the showers, making March a month of mixed weather encounters.

Temperature

Yamoussoukro's temperatures tend to hit their maximum during February and March, with an average high-temperature of 33.5°C (92.3°F).

Rainfall

In March, in Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout March, 108mm (4.25") of precipitation is accumulated. In Yamoussoukro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113 days and collects up to 1126mm (44.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Yamoussoukro is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:30 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January through May, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

February through May, August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During March, 12 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Implement all key precautions. Warding off sun damage is critical. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. One must apply and reapply generously an SPF 30+ broad-spectrum sunscreen every two hours or after an outdoor workout or swim.