March weather forecast
Paôy Pêt, Cambodia

March registers a significant change in the weather. Marking its transition towards monsoon, there is a threefold rise in rainfall, making March considerably wetter than previous months. It doesn't drastically undermine the appeal of the city as dryer days outnumber the wet ones. The comfortable temperatures provide an overall pleasant environment while increased humidity becomes more evident as the month progresses.

Temperature

March and April are known as Paôy Pêt's warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 36.3°C (97.3°F).

Heat index

During March, the heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Mindful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are to be expected. Extended physical effort might result in heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In Paôy Pêt, the average relative humidity in March is 58%.

Rainfall

In Paôy Pêt, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 217.4 rainfall days, and 949mm (37.36") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Paôy Pêt, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:21 +07.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, August through November, 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 average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.