March weather forecast
Kottayam, India

March, the first month of the pre-monsoon summer in Kottayam, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33°C (91.4°F) and 25°C (77°F).

Temperature

In Kottayam, India, March and April are characterised by the peak of temperatures, recording an average high of 33°C (91.4°F).

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout March, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kottayam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117 days and collects up to 3105mm (122.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Kottayam is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of March, in Kottayam, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 6:34 pm IST.

Sunshine

January through March, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Kottayam. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 12 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Employ every precaution of importance, unprotected skin and eyes could burn within moments. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Every two hours, apply and reapply an SPF 30+ broad-spectrum sunscreen, especially after swimming or engaging in outdoor activities.