March weather forecast
Galedanda, Sri Lanka

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Galedanda, is still a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.3°C (75.7°F) and 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

March and April bring Galedanda's highest average temperatures, reaching a high of 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index for March is appraised at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Galedanda is 76%.

Rainfall

In Galedanda, in March, during 19.8 rainfall days, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Galedanda, Sri Lanka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 289.4 days and collects up to 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Galedanda, 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

In Galedanda, Sri Lanka, the average sunshine in March is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Galedanda, Sri Lanka, 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 risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Galedanda?
March and April bring Galedanda's average highest temperatures, reaching a high of 31.8°C (89.2°F).
How hot is March in Galedanda?
The high-temperature, in March, in Galedanda, is 31.8°C (89.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to 24.3°C (75.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in March is appraised at 42°C (107.6°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Galedanda?
In Galedanda, Sri Lanka, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.
How many days does it rain in March in Galedanda?
In March, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout March, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in March in Galedanda?
In March, the average day length in Galedanda, Sri Lanka, is 12h and 5min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Galedanda?
On the first day of March, 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.
How long on average sun shines in March in Galedanda?
The average sunshine duration in March in Galedanda, Sri Lanka, is 9h.
When is the highest UV index in Galedanda?
January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Galedanda, Sri Lanka.
How high is the UV index in March in Galedanda?
In Galedanda, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March - Galedanda, Sri Lanka
Average temperature in March
Galedanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.1°C).

Average pressure in March - Galedanda, Sri Lanka
Average pressure in March
Galedanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in March: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Galedanda, Sri Lanka
Average wind speed in March
Galedanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in March: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8km/h).

Average humidity in March - Galedanda, Sri Lanka
Average humidity in March
Galedanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (74%).

Average rainfall in March - Galedanda, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall in March
Galedanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in March: 66mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (341mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (40mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Galedanda, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall days in March
Galedanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Galedanda, Sri Lanka
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Galedanda, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March - Galedanda, Sri Lanka
Average sunshine days in March
Galedanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (0.3 days).

Average UV index in March - Galedanda, Sri Lanka
Average UV index in March
Galedanda, 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 - Galedanda, Sri Lanka
Average cloud cover in March
Galedanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March - Galedanda, Sri Lanka
Average visibility in March
Galedanda, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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

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