March weather forecastPagsawitan, Philippines

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a moderately hot month in Pagsawitan, Philippines, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.4°C (72.3°F) and an average high of 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

Pagsawitan marks the start of March with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from February's 27.4°C (81.3°F). March brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in March is calculated to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In Pagsawitan, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Pagsawitan, during March, the rain falls for 22 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pagsawitan, there are 313.5 rainfall days, and 1700mm (66.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Pagsawitan is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:02 pm. On the last day of March, in Pagsawitan, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 6:06 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Pagsawitan, Philippines, the average sunshine in March is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through May, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.