March weather forecast
Anakao, Madagascar

In March, there's a notable decrease in temperature reaching only up to 31.1°C (88°F). The transition from summer to autumn is evident with drier days, fewer rainfall hours and less humidity. Winds continue to cool the coast, making outdoor activities comfortable. The daylight hours begin to shorten as well, signaling the change in seasons. Despite these changes, sea temperatures remain warm, encouraging beach and water sports.

Temperature

Anakao's weather in March displays an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.1°C (88°F), showing minor disparity from February's 31.4°C (88.5°F). Anakao reports a consistent average low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) throughout March nights.

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Anakao, Madagascar, are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In March, in Anakao, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout March, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Anakao, there are 93.8 rainfall days, and 297mm (11.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature in Anakao is 28.5°C (83.3°F).
Note: Water temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as very warm, making swimming, diving, and similar water activities pleasurable for extended periods.

Daylight

In Anakao, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of March, in Anakao, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:05 EAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Anakao are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during March morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Caution! Sand and water surfaces escalate the UV intensity from the Sun.