March weather forecastBenut, Malaysia
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is also a hot month in Benut, Malaysia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.3°C (88.3°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F).Temperature
March brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. During March, the average low-temperature in Benut is a moderately hot 24.8°C (76.6°F).Heat index
During March, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 79%.Rainfall
In Benut, in March, during 23.1 rainfall days, 59mm (2.32") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Benut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.8 days and collects up to 802mm (31.57") of precipitation.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 7min.On the first day of March in Benut, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:14 pm +08.
Sunshine
In Benut, the average sunshine in March is 8.4h.UV index
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Benut, Malaysia
- Average high temperature in March: 31.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (29.8°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 24.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (24.3°C).
Average pressure in March
Benut, Malaysia
- Average pressure in March: 1009.8mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1010.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.5mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Benut, Malaysia
- Average wind speed in March: 7.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (6.2km/h).
Average humidity in March
Benut, Malaysia
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Benut, Malaysia
- Average rainfall in March: 59mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (102mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (34mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Benut, Malaysia
- Average rainfall days in March: 23.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (18.8 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Benut, Malaysia
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Benut, Malaysia
- Average sunshine days in March: 6.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (7.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Benut, Malaysia
- Average UV index in March: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in March
Benut, Malaysia
- Average cloud cover in March: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and September (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in March
Benut, Malaysia
- 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).
