March weather forecast
Karambakkudi, India

March, the first month of the pre-monsoon summer in Karambakkudi, is still a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.2°C (75.6°F) and max 33.8°C (92.8°F).

Temperature

Karambakkudi, India, experiences a transition to a still tropical 33.8°C (92.8°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of March, not greatly differing from February's 31.5°C (88.7°F). Karambakkudi records an average temperature drop to a moderately hot 24.2°C (75.6°F) in March.

Heat index

March's average heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Keep on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a possible danger with ongoing physical activity.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Karambakkudi is 67%.

Rainfall

In Karambakkudi, in March, during 7.3 rainfall days, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164 rainfall days, and 616mm (24.25") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Karambakkudi, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Karambakkudi, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:24 pm IST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Karambakkudi is 9.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Karambakkudi is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March translates into these guidelines:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.