March weather forecast
Kathiraveli, Sri Lanka

The first month of the spring, March, is a tropical month in Kathiraveli, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.1°C (86.2°F) and an average low of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

The beginning of March reveals an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. An average low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) marks the month of March.

Heat index

For March, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Kathiraveli is 76%.

Rainfall

In Kathiraveli, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation. In Kathiraveli, during the entire year, the rain falls for 237.8 days and collects up to 1259mm (49.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:14 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Kathiraveli, Sri Lanka, is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kathiraveli are January through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. 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. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.