March weather forecast
Mahazoma, Madagascar

March, the first month of the autumn in Mahazoma, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.7°C (72.9°F) and max 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

The transition into March notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 30.6°C (87.1°F) in February. Mahazoma registers a consistent average low-temperature of 22.7°C (72.9°F) during March.

Heat index

The heat index value during March is appraised at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. 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', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

In Mahazoma, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 26.3 days. Throughout March, 178mm (7.01") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.5 rainfall days, and 1163mm (45.79") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mahazoma, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of March in Mahazoma, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:55 EAT.

Sunshine

In Mahazoma, the average sunshine in March is 9.8h.

UV index

February, March, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.