March weather forecastEkala, Sri Lanka

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ekala, is still a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 32.1°C (89.8°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

In Ekala, March is identified by the highest average temperatures, reaching a peak of 32.1°C (89.8°F) and a low of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index for March is estimated at a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. 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', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Ekala is 75%.

Rainfall

In Ekala, during March, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ekala, Sri Lanka, there are 265.4 rainfall days, and 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ekala, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of March, in Ekala, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:20 +0530.

Sunshine

January through April, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Ekala.

UV index

January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

March is the month when Ekala experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 32.1°C (89.8°F) and a low of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

March temperatures in Ekala vary between a high-temperature of 32.1°C (89.8°F) and a low-temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in March is estimated at 43°C (109.4°F).

The average relative humidity in March in Ekala, Sri Lanka, is 75%.

In March, in Ekala, the rain falls for 18.2 days. Throughout March, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in March in Ekala, Sri Lanka, is 12h and 5min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, in Ekala, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:20 +0530.

January through April, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in March in Ekala, Sri Lanka, is 9.2h.

January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Ekala, Sri Lanka.

In Ekala, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average high temperature in March: 32.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (29.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average pressure in March: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1008.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average rainfall in March: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (231mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (29mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average rainfall days in March: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

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: 9h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, March and April (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, September, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, August and October (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average cloud cover in March: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in March
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, September and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August, October and November (9km).