March weather forecastIakora, Madagascar

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Iakora, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.8°C (74.8°F) and an average high of 28°C (82.4°F).

Temperature

Iakora observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between February's 28.4°C (83.1°F) and March's 28°C (82.4°F). Iakora sustains a near constant temperature throughout March, with nighttime averages of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is estimated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). With constant exposure and activity, a state of weariness might ensue, leading to potential heat cramps.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. 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 extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 82%, March is the most humid month in Iakora.

Rainfall

In Iakora, in March, it is raining for 21.3 days, with typically 107mm (4.21") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Iakora, there are 217.3 rainfall days, and 880mm (34.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Iakora is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of March in Iakora, Madagascar, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:53 EAT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Iakora is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Iakora, Madagascar, are March through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during March morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Updated: Feb 4, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 28°C (82.4°F) and 23.8°C (74.8°F) respectively. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

The most humid month in Iakora is March, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

In Iakora, Madagascar, in March, during 21.3 rainfall days, 107mm (4.21") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in March is 12h and 13min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:53 EAT.

In Iakora, Madagascar, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.3h.

The months with the lowest UV index are March through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Iakora, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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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

28.4°C

28°C

26.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13.5km/h

13km/h

12.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

6.4

6.8

8.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Iakora, Madagascar

Average high temperature in March: 28°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.8°C).

Average low temperature in March: 23.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Iakora, Madagascar

Average pressure in March: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Iakora, Madagascar

Average wind speed in March: 12.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11km/h).

Average humidity in March
Iakora, Madagascar

Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Iakora, Madagascar

Average rainfall in March: 107mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (151mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (24mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Iakora, Madagascar

Average rainfall days in March: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.2 days).

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

Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Iakora, Madagascar

Average sunshine days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Iakora, Madagascar

Average UV index in March: 6

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

Average cloud cover in March
Iakora, Madagascar

Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Iakora, 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).