March weather forecastAndilamena, Madagascar

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a moderately hot month in Andilamena, Madagascar, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°C (76.3°F) and 27.9°C (82.2°F).

Temperature

The advent of March presents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.9°C (82.2°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Andilamena observes a consistent average low-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F) throughout March nights.

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful 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.

Humidity

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Andilamena.

Rainfall

In Andilamena, in March, during 25.2 rainfall days, 196mm (7.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 255.6 rainfall days, and 1292mm (50.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:47 EAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in March translates into the following instructions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. 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. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Updated: Jul 3, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Andilamena are 27.9°C (82.2°F) and 24.6°C (76.3°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in March is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

In March, the average relative humidity in Andilamena is 81%.

In March, in Andilamena, the rain falls for 25.2 days. Throughout March, 196mm (7.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

In March, the average day length is 12h and 11min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:47 EAT.

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

28.3°C

27.9°C

27.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

15.5km/h

15.2km/h

16km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

2.7

2.8

3.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Andilamena, Madagascar

Average high temperature in March: 27.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (28.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.8°C).

Average low temperature in March: 24.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (24.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (19.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Andilamena, Madagascar

Average pressure in March: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Andilamena, Madagascar

Average wind speed in March: 14.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in March
Andilamena, Madagascar

Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Andilamena, Madagascar

Average rainfall in March: 196mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (202mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (42mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Andilamena, Madagascar

Average rainfall days in March: 25.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (26.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and October (16.4 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Andilamena, Madagascar

Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Andilamena, Madagascar

Average sunshine days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (10.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (2.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Andilamena, 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
Andilamena, Madagascar

Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Andilamena, 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).