March weather forecastCarambolim, India

Weather in March

The first month of the pre-monsoon summer, March, is still a hot month in Carambolim, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.6°C (90.7°F) and min 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

March records an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.6°C (90.7°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. In Carambolim, in March, the average low-temperature is a warm 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

March's mean heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 64%.

Rainfall

January, March through December are months with rainfall in Carambolim. March is the first month it rains. Throughout March, in the average 2.3 rainfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Carambolim, there are 161.1 rainfall days, and 2065mm (81.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 6:46 pm IST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Carambolim, India, is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during March translates into the following guidance:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.