March weather forecastSrisailam, India

Weather in March

The first month of the pre-monsoon summer, March, is a fiery hot month in Srisailam, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.7°C (98.1°F) and 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Temperature

The start of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a tropical 32.8°C (91°F) in February to a fiery hot 36.7°C (98.1°F). During March, Srisailam detects a significant contrast from its daytime temperatures, with nights averaging at an agreeable 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Heat index

In March, the average heat index is computed to be a blistering 44°C (111.2°F). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 49%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Srisailam is March, when the rain falls for 3.6 days and typically collects 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Srisailam is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of March in Srisailam, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 6:27 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Srisailam is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 8 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take extra precautions. Fair-skinned individuals may get burned in less than 10 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.