March weather forecastAmbinanitelo, Madagascar
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the autumn in Ambinanitelo, is still a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 23.5°C (74.3°F) and 29.4°C (84.9°F).Temperature
As February transitions into March, Ambinanitelo records an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. In March, Ambinanitelo encounters an average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F) during the night.Heat index
March's mean heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.
Humidity
February and March, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
The wettest months are January and March, with an average 132mm (5.2") of rainfall.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:44 EAT.
Sunshine
In Ambinanitelo, Madagascar, the average sunshine in March is 8.9h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Ambinanitelo, Madagascar
- Average high temperature in March: 29.4°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and December (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.7°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 23.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (23.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (19.3°C).
Average pressure in March
Ambinanitelo, Madagascar
- Average pressure in March: 1011.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.9mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Ambinanitelo, Madagascar
- Average wind speed in March: 11.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (17.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6km/h).
Average humidity in March
Ambinanitelo, Madagascar
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (78%).
Average rainfall in March
Ambinanitelo, Madagascar
- Average rainfall in March: 132mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and March (132mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (29mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Ambinanitelo, Madagascar
- Average rainfall days in March: 25.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (16.7 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ambinanitelo, Madagascar
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ambinanitelo, Madagascar
- Average sunshine days in March: 3.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (7.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (2.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Ambinanitelo, Madagascar
- Average UV index in March: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in March
Ambinanitelo, Madagascar
- Average cloud cover in March: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in March
Ambinanitelo, Madagascar
- Average visibility in March: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
