March weather forecast
Makumbura, Sri Lanka

March, the first month of the spring in Makumbura, is still a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 31.4°C (88.5°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

Makumbura's warmest period falls in March and April, when the average high-temperatures ascend to 31.4°C (88.5°F).

Heat index

In March, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Makumbura is 77%.

Rainfall

In Makumbura, during March, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation. In Makumbura, during the entire year, the rain falls for 272.3 days and collects up to 2039mm (80.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Makumbura, Sri Lanka, is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of March, in Makumbura, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Makumbura is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Makumbura are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.