March weather forecast
Ghatal, India

The first month of the pre-monsoon summer, March, is a torrid month in Ghatal, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.8°C (96.4°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Ghatal's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's hot 30.8°C (87.4°F) to a fiery hot 35.8°C (96.4°F). Ghatal anticipates a stark contrast in temperature during March nights, with an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is calculated to be a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 46%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout March, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ghatal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.5 days and collects up to 847mm (33.35") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ghatal, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 5:54 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 8 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Always be careful, as unprotected skin and eyes might burn in no time. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.