March weather forecast
Basilan, Philippines

March, the first month of the spring in Basilan, is still a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.1°C (77.2°F) and an average high of 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still warm 29.6°C (85.3°F) marks March, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in February. Basilan's nocturnal March readings average at a still warm 25.1°C (77.2°F), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. 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.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are February through April, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Basilan, during March, the rain falls for 23.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 95mm (3.74") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Basilan, there are 295.4 rainfall days, and 2098mm (82.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Basilan, Philippines, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 6:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 6:01 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Basilan is 9.4h.

UV index

January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.