March weather forecast
Walala, Sri Lanka

The first month of the spring, March, is a hot month in Walala, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.2°C (66.6°F) and 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

In Walala, Sri Lanka, the peak average temperatures are observed in March, with a high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low of 19.2°C (66.6°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is appraised at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The least humid month in Walala is March, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Walala, during March, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 278.4 rainfall days, and 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Walala, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of March, in Walala, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:16 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Walala, Sri Lanka, is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in March interprets into the following advice:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.