March weather forecast
Valavanur, India

The first month of the pre-monsoon summer, March, is a torrid month in Valavanur, India, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.8°C (73°F) and max 35.2°C (95.4°F).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's tropical 32.1°C (89.8°F) to a torrid 35.2°C (95.4°F). Valavanur experiences a consistent, yet significant, drop from daily highs to a low-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F) throughout March.

Heat index

March's heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 65%.

Rainfall

In Valavanur, in March, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 9mm (0.35") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Valavanur, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 551mm (21.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Valavanur, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 6:22 pm IST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Valavanur, India, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during March translates into the following directions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.