March weather forecast
Gonapola, Sri Lanka

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Gonapola, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 25°C (77°F) and 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

The warmest period falls in March and April, when the average high-temperature reaches 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Heat index

During March, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Gonapola, Sri Lanka, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Gonapola, in March, during 19.9 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gonapola, there are 273.8 rainfall days, and 2059mm (81.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Gonapola is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Gonapola, 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 March, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

January through April, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Gonapola?
Gonapola's average highest temperatures are recorded in March and April, reaching a high of 31.3°C (88.3°F).
How hot does it get in Gonapola in March?
During March, Gonapola experiences an average high-temperature of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and a low-temperature of 25°C (77°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 41°C (105.8°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Gonapola?
In Gonapola, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.
How much does it rain in Gonapola in March?
In March, the rain falls for 19.9 days. Throughout March, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in March in Gonapola?
In Gonapola, Sri Lanka, the average day length in March is 12h and 5min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Gonapola?
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 Gonapola?
In Gonapola, the average sunshine duration in March is 9h.
When is the highest UV index in Gonapola?
January through April, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in March in Gonapola?
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Gonapola, Sri Lanka, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Gonapola, Sri Lanka
Average temperature in March
Gonapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25°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 (23.4°C).

Average pressure in March - Gonapola, Sri Lanka
Average pressure in March
Gonapola, 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 (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Gonapola, Sri Lanka
Average wind speed in March
Gonapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (7.9km/h).

Average humidity in March - Gonapola, Sri Lanka
Average humidity in March
Gonapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (75%).

Average rainfall in March - Gonapola, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall in March
Gonapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in March: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (350mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (25mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Gonapola, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall days in March
Gonapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in March: 19.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (29.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gonapola, Sri Lanka
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gonapola, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March - Gonapola, Sri Lanka
Average sunshine days in March
Gonapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (0.3 days).

Average UV index in March - Gonapola, Sri Lanka
Average UV index in March
Gonapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March - Gonapola, Sri Lanka
Average cloud cover in March
Gonapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).

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

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

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