March weather forecastAntanimbary, Madagascar
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the autumn in Antanimbary, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31°C (87.8°F) and 22.7°C (72.9°F).Temperature
The start of March marks an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in February. The low-temperature average for Antanimbary during March stands at an agreeable 22.7°C (72.9°F).Heat index
March's heat index is evaluated at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. 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 process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Antanimbary, in March, it is raining for 26.3 days, with typically 178mm (7.01") of accumulated precipitation. In Antanimbary, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.5 days and collects up to 1163mm (45.79") of precipitation.Daylight
In Antanimbary, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 11min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:54 EAT.
Sunshine
In Antanimbary, the average sunshine in March is 9.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Antanimbary, Madagascar
- Average high temperature in March: 31°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (34.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (29.1°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 22.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (17.7°C).
Average pressure in March
Antanimbary, Madagascar
- Average pressure in March: 1012mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.3mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Antanimbary, Madagascar
- Average wind speed in March: 7.8km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and September (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (7.6km/h).
Average humidity in March
Antanimbary, Madagascar
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (48%).
Average rainfall in March
Antanimbary, Madagascar
- Average rainfall in March: 178mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (373mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Antanimbary, Madagascar
- Average rainfall days in March: 26.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (1.3 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Antanimbary, 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: 9h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Antanimbary, Madagascar
- Average sunshine days in March: 3.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Antanimbary, Madagascar
- Average UV index in March: 7
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, May, June and July (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in March
Antanimbary, Madagascar
- Average cloud cover in March: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in March
Antanimbary, Madagascar
- Average visibility in March: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (9km).
