March weather forecastKuah, Malaysia

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Kuah, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and an average high of 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

The start of March brings an average high temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), closely paralleling February's weather. Kuah, during March nights, witnesses an average temperature marginally cooler than its daytime highs, at a still moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in March is calculated to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. 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. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Kuah, in March, it is raining for 18.5 days, with typically 85mm (3.35") of accumulated precipitation. In Kuah, during the entire year, the rain falls for 256.2 days and collects up to 1478mm (58.19") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Kuah, in March, the average water temperature is 29.3°C (84.7°F).
Note: Water temperature from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is considered very warm, making water activities enjoyable for prolonged periods without any uncomfortable sensations.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:30 pm +08.

Sunshine

In Kuah, the average sunshine in March is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be attentive! The UV exposure is heightened with reflections from sand and water.