March weather forecastSetu, Indonesia

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is a tropical month in Setu, Indonesia, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.5°C (86.9°F) and min 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Temperature

March ushers in an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), aligning closely with the preceding month. Setu observes an average low-temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F) during the slightly cooler nights of March.

Heat index

March's average heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Setu is March, when the rain falls for 26.1 days and typically aggregates up to 144mm (5.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

March has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Setu, Indonesia, 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 Setu. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.