March weather forecast
Manila, Philippines

March, the first month of the spring in Manila, is a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 31.2°C and 23.8°C.

Temperature

The ushering in of March brings an average high-temperature of a hot 31.2°C, closely mirroring the 29.8°C of February. An average low-temperature of 23.8°C marks the month of March.

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 39°C. Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Manila, Philippines, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 16mm of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Manila, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185 days and collects up to 830mm of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature in Manila is 27.3°C.
Note: Water temperature from 25°C to 29°C is considered very warm, making water activities enjoyable for prolonged periods without any uncomfortable sensations.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 6:03 pm. On the last day of March, in Manila, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 6:08 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Manila is 9.7h.

UV index

February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Manila, Philippines. 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 daily high UV index of 7 in March translates into this advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Notice! The reflection of water and sand increases the UV radiation significantly.