March weather forecast
Sarikei, Malaysia

March, the first month of the spring in Sarikei, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°C (88°F) and 22.8°C (73°F).

Temperature

Transitioning into March, Sarikei records an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.1°C (88°F), almost identical to February's 30.2°C (86.4°F). Sarikei's average low-temperature in March is measured at a pleasant 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

In Sarikei, the average relative humidity in March is 87%.

Rainfall

In Sarikei, in March, it is raining for 24.4 days, with typically 107mm (4.21") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sarikei, there are 262.9 rainfall days, and 1350mm (53.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Sarikei is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March in Sarikei, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:42 pm +08.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during March morphs into the following directions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.