March weather forecastAndranopasy, Madagascar

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a hot month in Andranopasy, Madagascar, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.9°C (89.4°F) and an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

Andranopasy's entry into March measures an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.9°C (89.4°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. Andranopasy witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) throughout March.

Heat index

The heat index value during March is calculated to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are quite important for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Andranopasy, in March, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 49mm (1.93") of accumulated precipitation. In Andranopasy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 87.2 days and collects up to 370mm (14.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Andranopasy, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:06 EAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31.9°C (89.4°F) and a low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in March is calculated to be 40°C (104°F).

In Andranopasy, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.

In Andranopasy, during March, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation.

In Andranopasy, the average day length in March is 12h and 13min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:06 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.4h.

January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Andranopasy, Madagascar

  • Average high temperature in March: 31.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (19.7°C).

Average pressure in March
Andranopasy, Madagascar

  • Average pressure in March: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Andranopasy, Madagascar

  • Average wind speed in March: 13.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (17.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (13.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Andranopasy, Madagascar

  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (58%).

Average rainfall in March
Andranopasy, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall in March: 49mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (152mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Andranopasy, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (23.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (0.7 days).

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

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Andranopasy, Madagascar

  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6 days).

Average UV index in March
Andranopasy, Madagascar

  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Andranopasy, Madagascar

  • Average cloud cover in March: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in March
Andranopasy, 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).