March weather forecastSaint Thomas Mount, India
March
Weather in March
The first month of the pre-monsoon summer, March, is a tropical month in Saint Thomas Mount, India, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°C (76.3°F) and 32.4°C (90.3°F).Temperature
The arrival of March records an average high-temperature of a tropical 32.4°C (90.3°F), closely related to the 29.8°C (85.6°F) observed in February. Nightly temperatures in Saint Thomas Mount drop to an average low of 24.6°C (76.3°F) in March.Heat index
Throughout March, the heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 69%.Rainfall
In Saint Thomas Mount, in March, during 3.8 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saint Thomas Mount, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.2 days and collects up to 825mm (32.48") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 6:18 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 6:20 pm IST.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 9.7h.UV index
In Saint Thomas Mount, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in March translates into this advice:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. 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. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Saint Thomas Mount, India
- Average high temperature in March: 32.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (36.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.9°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 24.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°C).
Average pressure in March
Saint Thomas Mount, India
- Average pressure in March: 1011mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1004.2mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Saint Thomas Mount, India
- Average wind speed in March: 13.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).
Average humidity in March
Saint Thomas Mount, India
- Average humidity in March: 69%
The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).
Average rainfall in March
Saint Thomas Mount, India
- Average rainfall in March: 10mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (191mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Saint Thomas Mount, India
- Average rainfall days in March: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Saint Thomas Mount, India
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Saint Thomas Mount, India
- Average sunshine days in March: 25.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (3.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Saint Thomas Mount, India
- Average UV index in March: 7
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in March
Saint Thomas Mount, India
- Average cloud cover in March: 13
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in March
Saint Thomas Mount, India
- Average visibility in March: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
