March weather forecastChittur, India

Weather in March

The first month of the pre-monsoon summer, March, is a fiery hot month in Chittur, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.4°C (95.7°F) and min 21.1°C (70°F).

Temperature

As February turns into March, the average high-temperatures rest at a very hot 35.4°C (95.7°F), showing a minor variation from the prior month. Chittur's daily high temperature significantly diverges from the consistently recorded temperature low averaging a pleasant 21.1°C (70°F) in March.

Heat index

March's average heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Chittur is 61%.

Rainfall

In Chittur, India, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 238.3 rainfall days, and 1218mm (47.95") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Chittur, India, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 6:33 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Chittur, the average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.