March weather forecastCikumpa, Indonesia

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Cikumpa, is a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.7°C (74.7°F) and an average high of 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

In March, Cikumpa notes an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F), hardly different from the preceding month. Cikumpa experiences an average temperature drop to a moderately hot 23.7°C (74.7°F) during March nights.

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. 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. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Cikumpa, in March, it is raining for 24.4 days, with typically 132mm (5.2") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cikumpa, there are 242.8 rainfall days, and 1039mm (40.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Cikumpa is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of March, in Cikumpa, Indonesia, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:58 WIB.

Sunshine

March has the most sunshine of the year in Cikumpa, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.