Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
March
Weather in March
Temperature
The average high-temperature in March, at a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F), reveals a modest deviation from February's 28.8°C (83.8°F). Volavolo observes an average low-temperature of 25.9°C (78.6°F) during the slightly cooler nights of March.Heat index
During March, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 79%.Rainfall
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.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 12h and 8min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:58 +10.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 8.9h.UV index
January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Average temperature in March
Volavolo, 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
Volavolo, 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
Volavolo, 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
Volavolo, 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
Volavolo, 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
Volavolo, 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
Volavolo, 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
Volavolo, 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
Volavolo, 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
Volavolo, 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
Volavolo, 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).
