March weather forecast
South Point, Christmas Island

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Weather in March

March arrives carrying slight alterations in the weather norms in South Point. Artificial light becomes more necessary as the average daylight creeps down to 12.2 hours. A unique characteristic is a sudden increase in rainfall to 125mm (4.92"), making March the month with the maximum amount of precipitation. Winds calm down, allowing for a more comfortable outdoor experience. Despite the decrease in sunshine and increase in rainfall, the temperature remains fairly steady.

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and 23.7°C (74.7°F) respectively, March is South Point's warmest month.

Heat index

The heat index value during March is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in South Point is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 23.4 days. Throughout March, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is accumulated. In South Point, Christmas Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 243.6 days and collects up to 1046mm (41.18") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in South Point, Christmas Island, is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:01 +07.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in South Point is 9.7h.

UV index

January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in South Point. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. 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. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in South Point?

The month of March, characterized by an average high of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and a low of 23.7°C (74.7°F), is recognized as the warmest in South Point, Christmas Island.

How hot does it get in South Point in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in South Point, records 28.5°C (83.3°F), while the low-temperature is 23.7°C (74.7°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in March in South Point?

In March, the average relative humidity in South Point is 79%.

How much does it rain in South Point in March?

In South Point, Christmas Island, during March, the rain falls for 23.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 125mm (4.92") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in March in South Point?

The average day length in March in South Point is 12h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in South Point?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, in South Point, Christmas Island, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:01 +07.

How many hours of sunshine does South Point have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in South Point, Christmas Island, is 9.7h.

When is the highest UV index in South Point?

The months with the highest UV index in South Point are January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in March in South Point?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
South Point, Christmas Island

Average temperature in March - South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average high temperature in March: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (26.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (23.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.6°C).

Average pressure in March
South Point, Christmas Island

Average pressure in March - South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average pressure in March: 1010mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
South Point, Christmas Island

Average wind speed in March - South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.9km/h).

Average humidity in March
South Point, Christmas Island

Average humidity in March - South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and November (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (78%).

Average rainfall in March
South Point, Christmas Island

Average rainfall in March - South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average rainfall in March: 125mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (140mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (25mm).

Average rainfall days in March
South Point, Christmas Island

Average rainfall days in March - South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average rainfall days in March: 23.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (13.9 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
South Point, Christmas Island

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
South Point, Christmas Island

Average sunshine days in March - South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and August (7.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.4 days).

Average UV index in March
South Point, Christmas Island

Average UV index in March - South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
South Point, Christmas Island

Average cloud cover in March - South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
South Point, Christmas Island

Average visibility in March - South Point, Christmas Island
  • 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).

South Point, Christmas Island

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