March weather forecast
Ketegan, Indonesia

March, the first month of the autumn in Ketegan, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°C (77.5°F) and max 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

Ketegan marks the onset of March with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), a subtle shift from February's 30.1°C (86.2°F). Throughout the March nights, Ketegan encounters a low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

March's mean heat index is estimated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Ketegan is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ketegan, in March, it is raining for 25.3 days, with typically 152mm (5.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ketegan, there are 188.4 rainfall days, and 840mm (33.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ketegan, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 17:34 WIB.

Sunshine

In Ketegan, the average sunshine in March is 8.9h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Ketegan, Indonesia. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.