March weather forecastMentakab, Malaysia

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mentakab, is still a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F) and an average high of 33.8°C (92.8°F).

Temperature

The advent of March denotes an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.8°C (92.8°F), subtly different from February's 32.3°C (90.1°F). In Mentakab, the nighttime temperature averages to an agreeable 22.3°C (72.1°F) during March.

Heat index

The heat index value for March is estimated at a burning hot 51°C (123.8°F). Be wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are highly anticipated. With continued activity, heatstroke is very likely.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. 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 especially vital to children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In Mentakab, Malaysia, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 22.2 days. Throughout March, 98mm (3.86") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 280.7 rainfall days, and 1282mm (50.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:19 pm +08.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Mentakab is 8.1h.

UV index

February through September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in March interprets into the following advice:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.