March weather forecast
Dehianga, Sri Lanka

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dehianga, is a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.2°C (66.6°F) and an average high of 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

Dehianga's March weather reaches an average high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and an average low of 19.2°C (66.6°F), making it the warmest month.

Heat index

The heat index value during March is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger 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 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 74%, March is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 18.9 days. Throughout March, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 278.4 rainfall days, and 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Dehianga, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months?
In Dehianga, March is the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low of 19.2°C (66.6°F).
How hot is it in March?
In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 31.5°C (88.7°F) and 19.2°C (66.6°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is evaluated at 40°C (104°F).
What is the least humid month?
The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 74%.
What is the average humidity in March?
In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.
How much does it rain in March?
In Dehianga, in March, it is raining for 18.9 days, with typically 72mm (2.83") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in March in Dehianga?
In March, the average day length is 12h and 5min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, in Dehianga, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.
How long on average sun shines in March?
In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.
When is the highest UV index?
January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
How high is the UV index in March?
In Dehianga, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Dehianga, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Dehianga, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in March: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Dehianga, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in March: 5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.7km/h).

Average humidity in March
Dehianga, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Dehianga, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in March: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (301mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (38mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Dehianga, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in March: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (28.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.1 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dehianga, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dehianga, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (1.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Dehianga, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is October (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Dehianga, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in March: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Dehianga, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (8km).

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