March weather forecastTrangahy, Madagascar

Weather in March

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

Temperature

The weather during March records an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.9°C (87.6°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. March brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in March is calculated to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Trangahy, 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

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:03 EAT.

Sunshine

In Trangahy, 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March translates into these guidelines:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.