March weather forecast
Galewela, Sri Lanka

March, the first month of the spring in Galewela, is still a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.8°C (92.8°F) and an average low of 21.1°C (70°F).

Temperature

Galewela's average high-temperature in March is a still hot 33.8°C (92.8°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 31.3°C (88.3°F) of February. Galewela records a pronounced decline from the day's peak to an average nighttime low-temperature of 21.1°C (70°F) throughout March.

Heat index

In March, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. 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 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. 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. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In Galewela, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Galewela, during March, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation. In Galewela, Sri Lanka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 196.8 days and collects up to 943mm (37.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Galewela, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

Sunshine

In Galewela, the average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.