March weather forecastSumput, Indonesia

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Sumput, is still a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.3°C (73.9°F) and an average high of 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

Sumput measures an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.3°C (86.5°F) in March, nearly consistent with the preceding month. In March, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sumput, in March, it is raining for 28.9 days, with typically 268mm (10.55") of accumulated precipitation. In Sumput, during the entire year, the rain falls for 218.3 days and collects up to 1409mm (55.47") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Sumput, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of March in Sumput, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 17:34 WIB.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

January and March, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Sumput. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in March translates into this advice:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.