March weather forecast
Peradeniya, Sri Lanka

March, the first month of the spring in Peradeniya, is a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.2°C (66.6°F) and max 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

In Peradeniya, March is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low of 19.2°C (66.6°F).

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

March is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Peradeniya, in March, it is raining for 18.9 days, with typically 72mm (2.83") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 278.4 rainfall days, and 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Peradeniya, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Peradeniya, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.