March weather forecastKharagpur, India

Weather in March

March, the first month of the pre-monsoon summer in Kharagpur, is a torrid month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.5°C (97.7°F) and an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

The start of March brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from February's hot 31.5°C (88.7°F) to a fiery hot 36.5°C (97.7°F). Kharagpur registers a significant reduction from the day's heat, with an average temperature drop to a pleasant 22.3°C (72.1°F) in March.

Heat index

March's mean heat index is evaluated at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. 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 combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Kharagpur is 45%.

Rainfall

In Kharagpur, during March, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation. In Kharagpur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.9 days and collects up to 949mm (37.36") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kharagpur, India, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of March in Kharagpur, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 5:56 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Kharagpur is 9.5h.

UV index

March through June, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 8 during March leads to these instructions:
Ensure safety measures are in place, as skin and eyes are vulnerable to quick damage. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.