March weather forecastKalafotsy, Madagascar

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Kalafotsy, is still a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 28°C (82.4°F) and 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Temperature

March denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still warm 28°C (82.4°F) from February's 28.4°C (83.1°F). During the March nights, Kalafotsy's temperature maintains an average close to the daytime highs, settling at a still moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is estimated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Continuous exposure and activity could induce a sense of tiredness and subsequently, heat cramps.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kalafotsy, in March, it is raining for 21.3 days, with typically 107mm (4.21") of accumulated precipitation. In Kalafotsy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 217.3 days and collects up to 880mm (34.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Kalafotsy is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of March, in Kalafotsy, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:51 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Kalafotsy is 8.3h.

UV index

March through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Kalafotsy. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Updated: Feb 4, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Kalafotsy, in March, the average high-temperature is 28°C (82.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.8°C (74.8°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

March is the most humid month in Kalafotsy, Madagascar, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

The average relative humidity in March in Kalafotsy is 82%.

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

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, in Kalafotsy, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:51 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in March in Kalafotsy is 8.3h.

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

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Kalafotsy, Madagascar, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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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
Kalafotsy, 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
Kalafotsy, 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
Kalafotsy, 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
Kalafotsy, 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
Kalafotsy, 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
Kalafotsy, 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
Kalafotsy, 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 48min).

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
Kalafotsy, 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
Kalafotsy, 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
Kalafotsy, 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
Kalafotsy, 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).