March weather forecast
Auchi, Nigeria

The first month of the spring, March, is still a very hot month in Auchi, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.6°C (99.7°F) and min 26.2°C (79.2°F).

Temperature

March's presence records an average high-temperature of a still torrid 37.6°C (99.7°F), closely mirroring February's climate. Auchi experiences a mean low-temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F) during March.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 53°C (127.4°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Auchi, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181 rainfall days, and 726mm (28.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Auchi is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Auchi, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:44 WAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

February and March, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 8 translates into the following recommendations:
Act with caution. Neglecting protection can lead to skin and eye damage in moments. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.