March weather forecast
Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a hot month in Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°C (89.2°F) and 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

Sapugaskanda's warmest period falls in March and April, when the average high-temperatures ascend to 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is computed to be a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In Sapugaskanda, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka, during March, the rain falls for 19.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sapugaskanda, there are 289.4 rainfall days, and 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Sapugaskanda is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Sapugaskanda 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Sapugaskanda?

Sapugaskanda's temperature peaks during March and April, with an average high-temperature of 31.8°C (89.2°F).

How hot is March in Sapugaskanda?

In March, in Sapugaskanda, the average high-temperature is 31.8°C (89.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 24.3°C (75.7°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 42°C (107.6°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Sapugaskanda?

In March, the average relative humidity in Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Sapugaskanda?

In Sapugaskanda, in March, during 19.8 rainfall days, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Sapugaskanda?

In Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka, the average day length in March is 12h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Sapugaskanda?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

How long on average sun shines in March in Sapugaskanda?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Sapugaskanda is 9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Sapugaskanda?

January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in March in Sapugaskanda?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka, is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka

Average temperature in March - Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.1°C).

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Average pressure in March
Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka

Average pressure in March - Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in March: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka

Average wind speed in March - Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in March: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka

Average humidity in March - Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall in March - Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in March: 66mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (341mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (40mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall days in March - Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka

Average sunshine days in March - Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (0.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka

Average UV index in March - Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, September, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, August and October (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in March
Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka

Average cloud cover in March - Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in March
Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka

Average visibility in March - Sapugaskanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).

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