March weather forecastMatalam, Philippines

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Matalam, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.7°C (71.1°F) and 33.9°C (93°F).

Temperature

Matalam records an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.9°C (93°F) in March, maintaining a close correlation with February's 32.8°C (91°F). Matalam experiences a significant contrast between daily highs and an average nighttime temperature of 21.7°C (71.1°F) during March.

Heat index

March's heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Stay wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Heatstroke can ensue from extended effort.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are of high significance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout March, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 233.6 rainfall days, and 667mm (26.26") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Matalam, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 5:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 5:50 pm PST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March translates into these guidelines:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in March, in Matalam, is 33.9°C (93°F), while the average low-temperature is 21.7°C (71.1°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 47°C (116.6°F).

With an average relative humidity of 71%, March is the least humid month.

In March, the average relative humidity is 71%.

In March, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout March, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated.

In March, the average day length is 12h and 5min.

On the first day of March in Matalam, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 5:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 5:50 pm PST.

In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average high temperature

32.8°C

33.9°C

34.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.5km/h

4.8km/h

4.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.2

12.5

7.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Matalam, Philippines

Average high temperature in March: 33.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (34.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°C).

Average low temperature in March: 21.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and November (22.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and September (21.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Matalam, Philippines

Average pressure in March: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1011mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Matalam, Philippines

Average wind speed in March: 4.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (4.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Matalam, Philippines

Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Matalam, Philippines

Average rainfall in March: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (93mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (19mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Matalam, Philippines

Average rainfall days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

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

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

Average sunshine in March: 9h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Matalam, Philippines

Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (4.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Matalam, Philippines

Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
Matalam, Philippines

Average cloud cover in March: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Matalam, Philippines

Average visibility in March: 9km

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