March weather forecastEjeda, Madagascar

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a hot month in Ejeda, Madagascar, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.1°C (88°F) and min 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

With the advent of March, Ejeda experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.1°C (88°F), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. In Ejeda, an average nighttime temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) is expected during March.

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ejeda, Madagascar, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation. In Ejeda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.8 days and collects up to 297mm (11.69") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ejeda, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:01 EAT.

Sunshine

In Ejeda, the average sunshine in March is 9.4h.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Ejeda. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in March translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.