March weather forecastRaipur, India

March

Weather in March

In Raipur,the first signs of a rigorous summer appear in March, distinct from the warmth of February. The city feels the hottest day of the year at a scorching 36.8°C (98.2°F). Summer days mean longer periods of sunshine and reduced cloud coverage, making the weather arid. Inhabitants and tourists are advised to stay hydrated and take precautions against sunburn. As we head towards April, the weather stays firmly grounded in the summer, with higher temperatures and lower chances of rainfall.

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's tropical 31.8°C (89.2°F) to a very hot 36.8°C (98.2°F). Raipur, in March, displays a significant temperature downturn during the night, with an average reading of 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 26%.

Rainfall

In Raipur, in March, during 5.3 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Raipur, India, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 782mm (30.79") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Raipur is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 6:07 pm. On the last day of March, in Raipur, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 6:18 pm IST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Raipur is 9.8h.

UV index

In Raipur, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 8 translates into these guidelines:
Refrain from exposing skin and eyes. Without protection, they can get damaged rapidly. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Raipur are 36.8°C (98.2°F) and 22.5°C (72.5°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in January is appraised at 28°C (82.4°F).

In March, the average relative humidity is 26%.

In Raipur, during March, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of precipitation.

In Raipur, India, the average day length in March is 12h and 2min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 6:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Raipur, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 6:18 pm IST.

In Raipur, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.8h.

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Raipur, India, is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Raipur, India

  • Average high temperature in March: 36.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (43.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (30.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Raipur, India

  • Average pressure in March: 1010.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1000.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Raipur, India

  • Average wind speed in March: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Raipur, India

  • Average humidity in March: 26%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (21%).

Average rainfall in March
Raipur, India

  • Average rainfall in March: 9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (262mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (6mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Raipur, India

  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are November and December (2.1 days).

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

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Raipur, India

  • Average sunshine days in March: 24.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (28.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Raipur, India

  • Average UV index in March: 8

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Raipur, India

  • Average cloud cover in March: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in March
Raipur, India

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).