March weather forecastKumarakom, India

Weather in March

March, the first month of the pre-monsoon summer in Kumarakom, is still a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24°C (75.2°F) and 32°C (89.6°F).

Temperature

March's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 32°C (89.6°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. During the month of March, an average temperature of 24°C (75.2°F) is noted during the nights.

Rainfall

In Kumarakom, during March, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation. In Kumarakom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123 days and collects up to 3133mm (123.35") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 6:34 pm IST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 12 translates into these guidelines:
Employ every precaution of importance, unprotected skin and eyes could burn within moments. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Even on a cloudy day, a sunscreen with at least a 30 SPF should be applied generously and frequently reapplied, including after a swim or outdoor exercise.