March weather forecast
Weipa, Australia

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a hot month in Weipa, Australia, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°C (87.3°F) and min 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Temperature

The onset of March notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), subtly shifted from February's 30.9°C (87.6°F). In Weipa, the expected average low-temperature for March is a warm 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

March's heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

The most humid month in Weipa, Australia, is March, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Weipa, Australia, in March, it is raining for 29.1 days, with typically 242mm (9.53") of accumulated precipitation. In Weipa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 192.5 days and collects up to 1164mm (45.83") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Weipa, Australia, in March, the average water temperature is 29.7°C (85.5°F).
Note: Swimming, diving, and other water endeavors at temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered enjoyable and satisfying for extended periods without discomfort.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Weipa is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of March, in Weipa, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:36 pm AEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Weipa is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through June, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in March translates into this advice:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take heed! Reflections of sand and water make the Sun's UV rays stronger.