March weather forecastRanaghat, India

Weather in March

The first month of the pre-monsoon summer, March, is a fiery hot month in Ranaghat, India, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.9°C (71.4°F) and max 35.3°C (95.5°F).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Ranaghat's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from February's tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F) to a fiery hot 35.3°C (95.5°F). In March, the temperature in Ranaghat sees a substantial plunge from daytime highs to a low average of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in March is evaluated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In Ranaghat, India, the average relative humidity in March is 42%.

Rainfall

In Ranaghat, during March, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ranaghat, there are 155.5 rainfall days, and 900mm (35.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 5:51 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 8 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Remember to safeguard yourself. Rapid damage can occur to skin and eyes without protection. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.