March weather forecastWhite Plains, Philippines

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in White Plains, is a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.8°C (74.8°F) and an average high of 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

Entering March, the average high-temperature is recorded at a tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from February's 29.1°C (84.4°F). During March, White Plains's temperature averages to a warm 23.8°C (74.8°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index for March is evaluated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in White Plains is 73%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout March, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in White Plains, there are 203.1 rainfall days, and 842mm (33.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in White Plains is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in White Plains, 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 White Plains, the average sunshine in March is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in White Plains are February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.