Trends in temperature rise continue in
March as
Bhubaneswar transitions from winter to summer. With increased temperatures comes a noticeable change in humidity levels, which rise slightly compared to
February. Alongside the surge in temperature and humidity, the city records a slight increase in rains, keeping the environment from becoming too dry. Daytime length continues to expand, though the imminence of the summer season is manifested. March gets an abundant share of sunshine, though it is less compared to February.
Temperature
As Bhubaneswar transitions into March, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from a tropical 31.4°C (88.5°F) in February to a still hot 34.9°C (94.8°F). Marked by a significant drop from the daytime highs, Bhubaneswar's average low-temperature in March stands at a pleasant 22.2°C (72°F).
Heat index
For most parts of March, the heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F).
Keep on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a possible danger with ongoing physical activity.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 63%.
Rainfall
In Bhubaneswar,
India, in March, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89 rainfall days, and 1492mm (58.74") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
In Bhubaneswar, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of March in Bhubaneswar, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 5:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 6:00 pm IST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March in Bhubaneswar is 7.7h.