March weather forecastCaranzalem, India

Weather in March

The first month of the pre-monsoon summer, March, is still a hot month in Caranzalem, India, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.6°C (90.7°F) and an average low of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

The shift to March signals an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.6°C (90.7°F), subtly varied from February's 32.5°C (90.5°F). Caranzalem records a consistent low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F) during March nights.

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is calculated to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Caranzalem is 64%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Caranzalem, India, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of March, in Caranzalem, India, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:47 pm IST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in March interprets into the following advice:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.