March weather forecast
Piyadigama, Sri Lanka

The first month of the spring, March, is a tropical month in Piyadigama, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.4°C (77.7°F) and an average high of 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Temperature

Piyadigama marks the onset of March with an average high-temperature of a hot 30.1°C (86.2°F), subtly divergent from February's 29.7°C (85.5°F). A consistent nighttime average temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F) is maintained during March.

Heat index

The heat index for March is computed to be a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Piyadigama, in March, it is raining for 21.4 days, with typically 63mm (2.48") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Piyadigama, there are 292.5 rainfall days, and 1797mm (70.75") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, July, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.