March weather forecast
Rawannawi, Kiribati

March sees an increase in average rainfall to 181mm (7.13"), making it the month with the highest precipitation in the year. Despite the increase in rainfall, the weather remains consistently warm and humid, comparable to both the preceding and the following month. The sea maintains a steady temperature making it ideal for water sports like snorkeling and deep-sea diving. March also promises similar daylight to February. Nevertheless, the wind recedes in speed to welcome the warmer months that follow.

Temperature

February's transformation into March witnesses an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), noting a minor change from the preceding month. During the month of March, Rawannawi identifies an average nighttime low-temperature of 27°C (80.6°F), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Heat index

The heat index for March is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. 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 particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February through April, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19 days and accumulates 181mm (7.13") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Rawannawi, Kiribati, in March, the average water temperature is 28.9°C (84°F).
Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed perfect and extremely pleasing for enduring enjoyment.

Daylight

In Rawannawi, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:35 +12.

Sunshine

February and March, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Rawannawi are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Rawannawi are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Attention! The reflection of both water and sand can increase the intensity of UV rays.