March weather forecastPugad, Philippines

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a moderately hot month in Pugad, Philippines, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.7°C (74.7°F) and an average high of 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Temperature

The advent of March denotes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.6°C (85.3°F), subtly different from February's 28.3°C (82.9°F). Throughout March, an average nighttime temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F) is experienced.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Pugad, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 23mm (0.91") of accumulated precipitation. In Pugad, Philippines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 226.1 days and collects up to 1004mm (39.53") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Pugad, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Pugad, 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.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Pugad 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 Pugad, Philippines. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.