March weather forecastKollam, India

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the pre-monsoon summer in Kollam, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25°C (77°F) and an average high of 32°C (89.6°F).
The perfect water temperature of 29.3°C (84.7°F) with 53mm (2.09") of accumulated rainfall and only 4 rainfall days, makes March a great period for swimming and other water activities.

Temperature

In Kollam, the months of March and April are known for the peak temperatures, reaching an average high of 32°C (89.6°F).

Rainfall

In Kollam, in March, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 53mm (2.09") of accumulated precipitation. In Kollam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117 days and collects up to 2427mm (95.55") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Kollam, in March, the average water temperature is 29.3°C (84.7°F).
Note: Surface water temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are considered superb and highly pleasant for water activities over extended periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 6:33 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Kollam, the average sunshine in March is 8h.

UV index

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 12 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Carry out every crucial safety measure. People with fair skin may sustain burns in fewer than 5 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen must be generously applied and reapplied every two hours or post any outdoor activity or swim. Alert! UV radiation becomes sharper due to reflections from sand and water.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

March and April are known as Kollam's warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 32°C (89.6°F).

During March, Kollam experiences an average high-temperature of 32°C (89.6°F) and a low-temperature of 25°C (77°F).

In Kollam, India, in March, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 53mm (2.09") of accumulated precipitation.

In Kollam, India, in March, the average water temperature is 29.3°C (84.7°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

In March, the average day length is 12h and 5min.

On the first day of March in Kollam, India, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 6:33 pm IST.

The average sunshine duration in March in Kollam, India, is 8h.

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index.

In Kollam, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Average temperature in March
Kollam, India

Average high temperature in March: 32°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (32°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June, July, August, September and November (29°C).

Average low temperature in March: 25°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February and December (23°C).

Average rainfall in March
Kollam, India

Average rainfall in March: 53mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (518mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (18mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Kollam, India

Average rainfall days in March: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Kollam, India

Average sea temperature in March: 29.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is April (29.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (26.9°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kollam, India

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 5h).

Average UV index in March
Kollam, India

Average UV index in March: 12

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 10).