March weather forecastJirighat, India

Weather in March

March, the first month of the pre-monsoon summer in Jirighat, is a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°C (90°F) and 16.1°C (61°F).

Temperature

Jirighat's transition into March sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from a warm 28.7°C (83.7°F) in February to a tropical 32.2°C (90°F). A sharp divergence from daytime highs is noted during the month of March, with the average nighttime temperature settling at a comfortable 16.1°C (61°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is appraised at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. 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.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 54%, March is the least humid month in Jirighat.

Rainfall

In Jirighat, during March, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation. In Jirighat, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.3 days and collects up to 1625mm (63.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Jirighat is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of March, in Jirighat, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 5:33 pm IST.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.6h of sunshine, March has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Jirighat is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.