March weather forecast
Bakau, The Gambia

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Weather in March

As Bakau transitions into March, the weather becomes increasingly humid with the relative humidity touching 51%. This month experiences a slight uptick in rainfall along with a marginal rise in average temperature. Despite the changes, sunshine remains abundant maintaining the warm days. Looking ahead, the weather parameters point at the onset of the wet season in the next few months.

Temperature

The onset of March in Bakau notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F), subtly shifted from February's 29.2°C (84.6°F). The average nighttime temperature in Bakau, The Gambia, lowers to a pleasant 22°C (71.6°F) throughout March.

Heat index

For March, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 30°C (86°F). If one persists in activity during exposure, it could induce weariness and subsequently, heat cramps.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 51%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall in Bakau, The Gambia, are March through November. March is the first month it rains in Bakau. Throughout March, in the average 0.5 rainfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bakau, The Gambia, there are 77 rainfall days, and 427mm (16.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Bakau is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Bakau, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 19:18 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Bakau are March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and March, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in March translates into the following instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Bakau during March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Bakau, is 29.4°C (84.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 22°C (71.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Bakau?

In Bakau, the average relative humidity in March is 51%.

When does it start to rain in Bakau?

March is the first month it rains in Bakau, The Gambia. Throughout March, in the average 0.5 rainfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Bakau have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Bakau?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of the month, in Bakau, The Gambia, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 19:18 GMT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Bakau?

The months with the most sunshine in Bakau, The Gambia, are March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bakau have in March?

In Bakau, The Gambia, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bakau?

February and March, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Bakau.

How high is the UV index in March in Bakau?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Bakau is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Bakau, The Gambia

Average temperature in March - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in March: 29.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (28.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.6°C).

Average pressure in March
Bakau, The Gambia

Average pressure in March - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in March: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Bakau, The Gambia

Average wind speed in March - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in March: 18.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.8km/h).

Average humidity in March
Bakau, The Gambia

Average humidity in March - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in March: 51%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (39%).

Average rainfall in March
Bakau, The Gambia

Average rainfall in March - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall in March: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (177mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Bakau, The Gambia

Average rainfall days in March - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall days in March: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.2 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bakau, The Gambia

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bakau, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in March - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in March: 30.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Bakau, The Gambia

Average UV index in March - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and March (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Bakau, The Gambia

Average cloud cover in March - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average cloud cover in March: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in March
Bakau, The Gambia

Average visibility in March - Bakau, The Gambia
  • 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).

Bakau, The Gambia

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