March weather forecast
Balada, Papua New Guinea

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Balada, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°C (78.6°F) and 28.5°C (83.3°F).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F), closely following the temperature pattern of February. In Balada, the nighttime temperature shows a slight difference from the daytime high, averaging to a still warm 25.9°C (78.6°F) during March.

Heat index

March's mean heat index is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall in Balada. Rain falls for 27.9 days and accumulates 226mm (8.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of March, in Balada, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:57 +10.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Balada is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Balada are January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during March translates into the following guidance:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is March in Balada?
March temperatures in Balada, Papua New Guinea, vary between a high-temperature of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and a low-temperature of 25.9°C (78.6°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Balada?
In Balada, Papua New Guinea, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.
What is the rainiest month in Balada?
The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 27.9 days and typically aggregates up to 226mm (8.9") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Balada in March?
In Balada, in March, it is raining for 27.9 days, with typically 226mm (8.9") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Balada have in March?
In March, the average day length in Balada, Papua New Guinea, is 12h and 8min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Balada?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, in Balada, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:57 +10.
How long on average sun shines in March in Balada?
The average sunshine duration in March is 8.9h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Balada?
The months with the highest UV index in Balada, Papua New Guinea, are January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index intensity in March in Balada?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Balada is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average high temperature in March: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (28.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (25.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average pressure in March: 1008.5mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August and September (1010mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (7.5km/h).

Average humidity in March
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall in March: 226mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (226mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (109mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall days in March: 27.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (27.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (24.4 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average sunshine days in March: 2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (4.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is April (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, September, October and November (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Balada, Papua New Guinea
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March and April (9km).

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