March weather forecastSamayanallur, India

Weather in March

March, the first month of the pre-monsoon summer in Samayanallur, is a fiery hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.3°C (95.5°F) and an average low of 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Temperature

Samayanallur starts March with an average high-temperature of a very hot 35.3°C (95.5°F), a minor shift from February's 32.7°C (90.9°F). Throughout March in Samayanallur, a steady low-temperature average of 24.4°C (75.9°F) is noted.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Heed: Expect heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continued action may cause heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In Samayanallur, the average relative humidity in March is 54%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout March, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is accumulated. In Samayanallur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.7 days and collects up to 585mm (23.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Samayanallur, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Samayanallur, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 6:28 pm IST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Samayanallur is 9.4h.

UV index

March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Samayanallur. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 8 during March translates into the following directions:
Act with urgency in protecting yourself. Without it, skin and eyes can be harmed in no time. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.