March weather forecastDabolim, India

Weather in March

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

Temperature

March's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.6°C (90.7°F), hardly different from the previous month. Dabolim experiences an average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F) in month of March.

Heat index

March's average heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January, March through December are months with rainfall in Dabolim, India. March is the first month it rains in Dabolim. Throughout March, in the average 2.3 rainfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. In Dabolim, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.1 days and collects up to 2065mm (81.3") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 6:47 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Dabolim, 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in March translates into this advice:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.