March weather forecast
Filitheyo, Maldives

March exhibits a notable uptick in rainfall, setting a precedent for the months to follow. Climatologically speaking, the precipitation increases to 81mm (3.19") in this month. However, the temperature in Filitheyo remains unaffected despite the increased rainfall. The daylight hours stretch slightly, inching towards 12.1 hours per day, and the sea continues to be warm. As March rolls into April, it brings along an increase in rainfall and temperature along with it.

Temperature

The shift into March in Filitheyo reveals an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), maintaining the same temperature as the previous month. Filitheyo records an average low of 25°C (77°F) throughout the nights in March.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout March, 81mm (3.19") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Filitheyo, there are 139 rainfall days, and 1938mm (76.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Filitheyo, in March, the average water temperature is 29°C (84.2°F).
Note: Swimming, diving, and other activities in water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are thought to be quite enjoyable and satisfying for extended periods, with no discomfort.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Filitheyo, Maldives, is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of March, in Filitheyo, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:16 +05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Filitheyo is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 12 turns into the following recommendations:
Take every essential safety procedure. Individuals with fair skin could sustain burns in less than 5 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Regularly apply and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum SPF 30 every two hours, or straight after swimming or an outdoor activity. Beware! Reflections from sand and water can intensify the Sun's UV radiation.