March weather forecastKarapa, India

Weather in March

The first month of the pre-monsoon summer, March, is still a tropical month in Karapa, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.7°C (92.7°F) and 23.9°C (75°F).

Temperature

March's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.7°C (92.7°F), hardly different from the previous month. Nighttime temperatures consistently average a warm 23.9°C (75°F) during March.

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. With ongoing exertion, heatstroke becomes a possibility.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Karapa are March, May and June, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

Rainfall

In Karapa, India, during March, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153 rainfall days, and 842mm (33.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 6:08 pm. On the last day of March, in Karapa, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 6:14 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Karapa, the average sunshine in March is 10h.

UV index

In Karapa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.