March weather forecastCameron Highlands, Malaysia

Weather in March

March in Cameron Highlands introduces a slightly warmer weather condition, within an increased afternoon temperature. Relative humidity remains steady, ensuring a comfortable vegan temperature for visiting tea factories or strawberry farms. Less wind in the air implies more tranquility during picnics or strolls through the region's charming landscapes. A noticeable feature of March is the milder visibility improvements, which reveal the vibrant scenery of the highlands. Interestingly, rainfall increases during this month, keeping the rolling hills of the highlands healthy and green.

Temperature

The arrival of March in Cameron Highlands sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), hardly diverging from February's 27.7°C (81.9°F). Cameron Highlands observes an average low-temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F) during March nights.

Heat index

March's heat index is computed to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 27.4 days. Throughout March, 238mm (9.37") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cameron Highlands, there are 344.4 rainfall days, and 3495mm (137.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cameron Highlands, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:23 pm +08.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

January through April, June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Cameron Highlands. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.