March weather forecast
Dona Paula, India

March

Weather in March

The first month of the pre-monsoon summer, March, is still a hot month in Dona Paula, India, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32°C (89.6°F) and an average low of 23°C (73.4°F).
An excellent water temperature of 28°C (82.4°F) and 1mm (0.04") of accumulated rainfall makes March a prime for swimming and other water activities.

Temperature

The average high-temperature during March is a still hot 32°C (89.6°F), showing a negligible deviation from February. Dona Paula, in March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F).

Rainfall

March through December are months with rainfall. March is the first month it rains. Throughout March, Dona Paula receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. During the entire year, Dona Paula aggregates up to 2894mm (113.94") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are January through March, July through September and December, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).
Note: Swimming, diving, and other water endeavors at temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered enjoyable and satisfying for extended periods without discomfort.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Dona Paula is 12h and 3min.
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

In Dona Paula, the average sunshine in March is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Put into action all important safeguards, unprotected skin may burn swiftly. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be used liberally and reapplied every two hours or post an outdoor workout or swim. Heed this! UV intensity is much stronger when reflected off sand and water.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in March?
The high-temperature, in March, in Dona Paula, is 32°C (89.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 23°C (73.4°F).
When does it start to rain?
March is the first month it rains. Throughout March, Dona Paula receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
What months are the sea coldest?
January through March, July through September and December, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Dona Paula.
What is the sea water temperature in March?
In Dona Paula, the average seawater temperature in March is 28°C (82.4°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.
How many hours of daylight does Dona Paula have in March?
In March, the average day length is 12h and 3min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
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.
How many hours of sunshine does Dona Paula have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 9h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12.
What is the UV index intensity in March?
In Dona Paula, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in March - Dona Paula, India
Average temperature in March
Dona Paula, India
  • Average high temperature in March: 32°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are April, May, November and December (33°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (29°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (27°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20°C).

Average rainfall in March - Dona Paula, India
Average rainfall in March
Dona Paula, India
  • Average rainfall in March: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (923mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Dona Paula, India
Average rainfall days in March
Dona Paula, India
  • Average rainfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February, March, April and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March - Dona Paula, India
Average sea temperature in March
Dona Paula, India
  • Average sea temperature in March: 28°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is May (30°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, July, August, September and December (28°C).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dona Paula, India
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dona Paula, India
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, April and December (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average UV index in March - Dona Paula, India
Average UV index in March
Dona Paula, India
  • Average UV index in March: 12

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 8).

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