March weather forecastSangandaan, Philippines

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sangandaan, is a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 31.2°C (88.2°F).

Temperature

Sangandaan indicates an average high-temperature of a hot 31.2°C (88.2°F) in March, showing minor variation from February's 29.8°C (85.6°F). March brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F) in Sangandaan.

Heat index

In March, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Sangandaan, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation. In Sangandaan, Philippines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185 days and collects up to 830mm (32.68") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Sangandaan is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Sangandaan, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 6:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 6:08 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Sangandaan, the average sunshine in March is 9.7h.

UV index

February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Sangandaan. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in March translates into the following instructions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.