Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
March
Weather in March
Temperature
March, on average, is the warmest month, registering a high temperature of 31.1°C (88°F) and a low of 19.7°C (67.5°F).Heat index
March's heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.
Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In Mahara, Sri Lanka, in March, it is raining for 26.3 days, with typically 134mm (5.28") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mahara, there are 317.3 rainfall days, and 2422mm (95.35") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Mahara, Sri Lanka, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March is 8.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during March leads to these instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month?
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What is the average humidity in March?
How many days does it rain in March?
What is the average length of the day in March?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March?
How many hours of sunshine does Mahara have in March?
When is the highest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in March?
Average temperature in March
Mahara, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in March: 31.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (27.3°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 19.7°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.7°C).
Average pressure in March
Mahara, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in March: 1010.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Mahara, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in March: 3.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and March (3.9km/h).
Average humidity in March
Mahara, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (80%).
Average rainfall in March
Mahara, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in March: 134mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (357mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (85mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Mahara, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in March: 26.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (18.9 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mahara, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Mahara, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in March: 2.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Mahara, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in March: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are September and October (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in March
Mahara, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in March: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in March
Mahara, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in March: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, September, October and November (7km).
