March weather forecastPeriya, India

Weather in March

The first month of the pre-monsoon summer, March, is still a hot month in Periya, India, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.8°C (91°F) and an average low of 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

March's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.8°C (91°F), slightly deviating from February's 32.1°C (89.8°F). During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) is observed.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In Periya, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout March, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 244.4 rainfall days, and 1839mm (72.4") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Periya, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Periya, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 6:37 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Periya, the average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

UV index

January through May and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Periya, India. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.