March weather forecastChennimalai, India

Weather in March

The first month of the pre-monsoon summer, March, is a fiery hot month in Chennimalai, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.7°C (96.3°F) and min 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

The advent of March denotes an average high-temperature of a fiery hot 35.7°C (96.3°F), subtly different from February's 32.9°C (91.2°F). March in Chennimalai presents a pronounced difference from daytime highs, with a consistent average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index in March is appraised at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 49%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is accumulated. In Chennimalai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.6 days and collects up to 712mm (28.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Chennimalai, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 6:30 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Chennimalai are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 8 during March morphs into the following directions:
Remember to safeguard yourself. Rapid damage can occur to skin and eyes without protection. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.