March weather forecast
Matam, Senegal

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Weather in March

In contrast to February, March brings a subtle shift in weather conditions with temperatures fluctuating between 23.4°C (74.1°F) and 38.3°C (100.9°F). This month experiences the least cloud cover in Matam, accounting for clear and sunny skies. The humidity remains fairly consistent with February, providing comfortable conditions for visitors. Despite the increasing temperature, March continues to offer pleasing weather to its residents. Transitioning from March to April, there is a noticeable hike in temperature and relative humidity.

Temperature

March's arrival in Matam brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a hot 34.9°C (94.8°F) in February to a very hot 38.3°C (100.9°F). Matam registers a prominent dip from daytime highs, with an average of 23.4°C (74.1°F) during the nights of March.

Humidity

The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 13%.

Rainfall

March through October are months with rainfall in Matam. March is the first month it rains in Matam. Throughout March, in the average 0.3 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Matam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 37.6 days and collects up to 124mm (4.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Matam is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Matam, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 19:05 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are March through June and October, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

In Matam, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 8 translates into the following recommendations:
Act with urgency in protecting yourself. Without it, skin and eyes can be harmed in no time. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Matam in March?

The high-temperature in Matam during March is 38.3°C (100.9°F) and the low-temperature is 23.4°C (74.1°F).

What is the least humid month in Matam?

The least humid month in Matam, Senegal, is March, with an average relative humidity of 13%.

What is the average humidity in March in Matam?

In Matam, Senegal, the average relative humidity in March is 13%.

When does it start raining in Matam?

March is the first month it rains. Throughout March, in the average 0.3 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Matam?

In Matam, Senegal, the average day length in March is 12h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Matam?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, in Matam, Senegal, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 19:05 GMT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Matam?

The months with the most sunshine are March through June and October, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in March in Matam?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Matam, Senegal, is 9.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Matam?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Matam, Senegal, is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Matam, Senegal

Average temperature in March - Matam, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (42.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (29.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Matam, Senegal

Average pressure in March - Matam, Senegal
  • Average pressure in March: 1010.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Matam, Senegal

Average wind speed in March - Matam, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in March: 15.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (12.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Matam, Senegal

Average humidity in March - Matam, Senegal
  • Average humidity in March: 13%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (13%).

Average rainfall in March
Matam, Senegal

Average rainfall in March - Matam, Senegal
  • Average rainfall in March: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (57mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Matam, Senegal

Average rainfall days in March - Matam, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (10.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Matam, Senegal

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Matam, Senegal
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April, May, June and October (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Matam, Senegal

Average sunshine days in March - Matam, Senegal
  • Average sunshine days in March: 30.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (18.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Matam, Senegal

Average UV index in March - Matam, Senegal
  • Average UV index in March: 8

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Matam, Senegal

Average cloud cover in March - Matam, Senegal
  • Average cloud cover in March: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in March
Matam, Senegal

Average visibility in March - Matam, Senegal
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Matam, Senegal

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