March weather forecast
Rayakottai, India

The first month of the pre-monsoon summer, March, is still a tropical month in Rayakottai, India, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.1°C (68.2°F) and max 33.8°C (92.8°F).

Temperature

The onset of March notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.8°C (92.8°F), subtly shifted from February's 31.1°C (88°F). With a notable disparity from daily peak temperatures, the average low-temperature in Rayakottai settles at an agreeable 20.1°C (68.2°F) throughout March.

Heat index

The heat index value during March is evaluated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Rayakottai is 50%.

Rainfall

In Rayakottai, during March, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rayakottai, India, there are 165.3 rainfall days, and 666mm (26.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of March, in Rayakottai, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 6:29 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Rayakottai is 9.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rayakottai is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in March translates into these instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.