March weather forecastTsifota, Madagascar

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Tsifota, is still a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and an average high of 31.1°C (88°F).

Temperature

March ushers in an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.1°C (88°F), aligning closely with the preceding month. Tsifota's nighttime temperature in March falls to an average of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 70%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout March, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 93.8 rainfall days, and 297mm (11.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:06 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Tsifota is 9.4h.

UV index

January through March, September 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during March morphs into the following directions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in March, in Tsifota, is 31.1°C (88°F), while the average low-temperature is 24.8°C (76.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in March is evaluated at 38°C (100.4°F).

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 70%, are most humid months.

In Tsifota, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

In Tsifota, in March, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation.

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

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:06 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.4h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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

31.4°C

31.1°C

30.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.8km/h

16.9km/h

18.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.6

13.7

18.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Tsifota, Madagascar

Average high temperature in March: 31.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (25.8°C).

Average low temperature in March: 24.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Tsifota, Madagascar

Average pressure in March: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Tsifota, Madagascar

Average wind speed in March: 15.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (19km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and May (15.6km/h).

Average humidity in March
Tsifota, Madagascar

Average humidity in March: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (70%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (62%).

Average rainfall in March
Tsifota, Madagascar

Average rainfall in March: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (89mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (3mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Tsifota, Madagascar

Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.3 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Tsifota, 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: 9h and 24min

The months with the most sunshine are October and November (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Tsifota, Madagascar

Average sunshine days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Tsifota, Madagascar

Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
Tsifota, Madagascar

Average cloud cover in March: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in March
Tsifota, 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).