March weather forecastItondy, Madagascar

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a tropical month in Itondy, Madagascar, with an average temperature varying between 30.9°C (87.6°F) and 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

March's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F) from February. Itondy reports a consistent average low-temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F) throughout March nights.

Heat index

The average heat index in March is appraised at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely 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.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Itondy, in March, it is raining for 25.4 days, with typically 164mm (6.46") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.7 rainfall days, and 952mm (37.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Itondy, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:00 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.9h.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.