March weather forecastIdappadi, India

Weather in March

The first month of the pre-monsoon summer, March, is a sweltering month in Idappadi, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.7°C (96.3°F) and 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

March's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a fiery hot 35.7°C (96.3°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. A striking departure from daytime highs to an average low-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) is witnessed during March.

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 48%.

Rainfall

In Idappadi, during March, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Idappadi, there are 119.6 rainfall days, and 235mm (9.25") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 6:29 pm IST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Idappadi, India. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 8 during March morphs into the following directions:
Act with urgency in protecting yourself. Without it, skin and eyes can be harmed in no time. 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. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.