March weather forecastRanipet, India

Weather in March

March, the first month of the pre-monsoon summer in Ranipet, is a torrid month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22°C (71.6°F) and max 36.3°C (97.3°F).

Temperature

March signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a hot 32.5°C (90.5°F) in February to a torrid 36.3°C (97.3°F). In Ranipet, the nighttime chill during March is a clear shift from the day's highs, with an average of 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Ranipet is 59%.

Rainfall

In Ranipet, in March, during 5.3 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ranipet, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.7 days and collects up to 600mm (23.62") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 6:24 pm IST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.