March weather forecast
Loikaw, Myanmar

March in Loikaw displays climatic characteristics of budding summer, with daily temperature ranging from 15.7°C (60.3°F) to 31.6°C (88.9°F), making it the third warmest month of the year. With prolonged daylight, it is a peak time for tourists to explore the city's attractions. March also experiences a decent rainfall level, indicating the approaching wet season. While April brings a similar climate to March, rainfall increases, altering the city's climatic pattern considerably. Compared to February, March is warmer and receives more rainfall, the threshold of the rainy season.

Temperature

Loikaw starts March with an average high-temperature of a tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from February. A sharp contrast between day and night is prevalent in March with an average nighttime temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F).

Heat index

March's mean heat index is appraised at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The least humid month in Loikaw is March, with an average relative humidity of 42%.

Rainfall

In Loikaw, Myanmar, in March, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation. In Loikaw, Myanmar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 222 days and collects up to 1337mm (52.64") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Loikaw is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:15 +0630.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

The month with the highest UV index in Loikaw, Myanmar, is March, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during March leads to these advisories:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.