March weather forecast
Bakmeegolla, Sri Lanka

The first month of the spring, March, is also a hot month in Bakmeegolla, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 19.9°C (67.8°F) and 32.8°C (91°F).

Temperature

Bakmeegolla ushers in March with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.8°C (91°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. A significant temperature decrease to an average a comfortable 19.9°C (67.8°F) characterizes Bakmeegolla's nighttime temperatures during March.

Heat index

The heat index for March is estimated at a blistering 44°C (111.2°F). Notice: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued strenuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. 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 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. 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. 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. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March and September, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Bakmeegolla, during March, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 54mm (2.13") of precipitation. In Bakmeegolla, Sri Lanka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 217.7 days and collects up to 1165mm (45.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March translates into these guidelines:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.