March weather forecastSampit, Indonesia

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a hot month in Sampit, Indonesia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.3°C (73.9°F) and 32.3°C (90.1°F).

Temperature

The ushering in of March brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.3°C (90.1°F), closely mirroring the 32.4°C (90.3°F) of February. During March, Sampit consistently records a temperature low averaging a moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In Sampit, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Sampit, in March, it is raining for 23.7 days, with typically 122mm (4.8") of accumulated precipitation. In Sampit, Indonesia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 261.5 days and collects up to 1269mm (49.96") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March in Sampit, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 17:34 WIB.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Sampit, Indonesia, is 7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.