March weather forecast
Abiriba, Nigeria

The first month of the spring, March, is also a sweltering month in Abiriba, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 25.6°C (78.1°F) and 35.8°C (96.4°F).

Temperature

Abiriba experiences an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 35.8°C (96.4°F) with the onset of March, subtly varied from February's 36.8°C (98.2°F). March's average low-temperature reading settles at a moderately hot 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is computed to be a burning hot 52°C (125.6°F). Mind: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke can develop with continued physical activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting 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. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Abiriba is 67%.

Rainfall

In Abiriba, in March, it is raining for 21.8 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Abiriba, there are 261.6 rainfall days, and 1553mm (61.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:38 WAT.

Sunshine

In Abiriba, the average sunshine in March is 8.6h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Abiriba, Nigeria. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in March translates into these instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.