March weather forecastSantragachi, India

Weather in March

The first month of the pre-monsoon summer, March, is a fiery hot month in Santragachi, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.7°C (96.3°F) and 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Temperature

Santragachi, India, experiences a minor temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from a tropical 31.1°C (88°F) in February to a torrid 35.7°C (96.3°F). Santragachi documents a significant temperature variance in March, with the mean nighttime lows settling at a pleasant 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. 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.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. 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 Santragachi is 48%.

Rainfall

In Santragachi, in March, during 5.8 rainfall days, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Santragachi, there are 136 rainfall days, and 680mm (26.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of March, in Santragachi, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 5:51 pm IST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Santragachi is 9.7h.

UV index

March through June, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Santragachi. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 8 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Swift harm can befall unprotected skin and eyes. Prioritize safety. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.