March weather forecastMasantol, Philippines

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Masantol, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.1°C (89.8°F) and min 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

Masantol's weather in March displays an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.1°C (89.8°F), showing minor disparity from February's 30.3°C (86.5°F). An average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) is recorded in the month of March.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated. In Masantol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 223.6 days and collects up to 876mm (34.49") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Masantol is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 6:05 pm. On the last day of March, in Masantol, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 6:09 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Masantol is 9.6h.

UV index

February through June, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Masantol. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt 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. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Updated: Feb 7, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in March, in Masantol, is 32.1°C (89.8°F), while the low-temperature averages to 22.3°C (72.1°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 41°C (105.8°F).

The average relative humidity in March in Masantol is 72%.

In Masantol, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In March, the average day length is 12h and 4min.

On the first day of March in Masantol, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 6:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 6:09 pm PST.

The average sunshine duration in March in Masantol, Philippines, is 9.6h.

February through June, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Masantol.

In Masantol, Philippines, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

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March

Apr

Average high temperature

30.3°C

32.1°C

33.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10km/h

9km/h

7.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.3

16.2

12.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

31%

28%

Average visibility

9km

Average temperature in March
Masantol, Philippines

Average high temperature in March: 32.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (33.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°C).

Average low temperature in March: 22.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (24.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (21.3°C).

Average pressure in March
Masantol, Philippines

Average pressure in March: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Masantol, Philippines

Average wind speed in March: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (5.8km/h).

Average humidity in March
Masantol, Philippines

Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Masantol, Philippines

Average rainfall in March: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (155mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (11mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Masantol, Philippines

Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Masantol, Philippines

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

Average sunshine in March: 9h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Masantol, Philippines

Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Masantol, Philippines

Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
Masantol, Philippines

Average cloud cover in March: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Masantol, Philippines

Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September and October (8km).