March weather forecast
Galahitiyawa North, Sri Lanka

March, the first month of the spring in Galahitiyawa North, is still a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.1°C (89.8°F) and an average low of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

In Galahitiyawa North, Sri Lanka, the peak average temperatures are observed in March, with a high of 32.1°C (89.8°F) and a low of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index in March is calculated to be a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In Galahitiyawa North, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Galahitiyawa North, in March, during 18.2 rainfall days, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Galahitiyawa North, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.4 days and collects up to 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Galahitiyawa North, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Galahitiyawa North are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.