March weather forecastBengkalis, Indonesia

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Bengkalis, is still a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

The onset of March marks an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), hardly differing from February's 30.3°C (86.5°F). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a warm 25.3°C (77.5°F) in March.

Heat index

The heat index for March is calculated to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In Bengkalis, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Bengkalis, during March, the rain falls for 23.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 128mm (5.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 262.1 rainfall days, and 1372mm (54.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:19 WIB.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Bengkalis are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in March, in Bengkalis, is 30.8°C (87.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 25.3°C (77.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in March is calculated to be 40°C (104°F).

In Bengkalis, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

In Bengkalis, during March, the rain falls for 23.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 128mm (5.04") of precipitation.

In March, the average day length is 12h and 7min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:19 WIB.

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.7h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.

In Bengkalis, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Bengkalis, Indonesia

  • Average high temperature in March: 30.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (31°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (24.5°C).

Average pressure in March
Bengkalis, Indonesia

  • Average pressure in March: 1009.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1010.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Bengkalis, Indonesia

  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (7.8km/h).

Average humidity in March
Bengkalis, Indonesia

  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Bengkalis, Indonesia

  • Average rainfall in March: 128mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (193mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (63mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Bengkalis, Indonesia

  • Average rainfall days in March: 23.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (18.1 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bengkalis, Indonesia

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 42min

The months with the most sunshine are May, August and September (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bengkalis, Indonesia

  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (10.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Bengkalis, Indonesia

  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in March
Bengkalis, Indonesia

  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Bengkalis, Indonesia

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (9km).