March weather forecastPalatiw, Philippines

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a tropical month in Palatiw, Philippines, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.8°C (74.8°F) and max 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

As Palatiw, Philippines, welcomes March, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F), showing little deviation from February's 29.1°C (84.4°F). Palatiw in March anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index in March is appraised at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Palatiw, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Palatiw, Philippines, there are 203.1 rainfall days, and 842mm (33.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Palatiw, Philippines, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Palatiw, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 6:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 6:07 pm PST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. 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. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.