March weather forecastMandai, Indonesia

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a moderately hot month in Mandai, Indonesia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°C (85.1°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

With the arrival of March, Mandai's average high-temperature registers at a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. The month of March shows a minor drop from daytime temperatures, generally recording a low average of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during March is computed to be a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mandai, during March, the rain falls for 23.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 94mm (3.7") of precipitation. In Mandai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 194.6 days and collects up to 840mm (33.07") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mandai, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:07 WITA.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.