March weather forecastHingula, Sri Lanka

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a hot month in Hingula, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.2°C (66.6°F) and max 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

March is Hingula's warmest month, registering average high temperatures of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and lows of 19.2°C (66.6°F).

Heat index

During March, the heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 18.9 days. Throughout March, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. In Hingula, during the entire year, the rain falls for 278.4 days and collects up to 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of March, 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during March translates into the following directions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

March, recording an average high temperature of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low temperature of 19.2°C (66.6°F), is Hingula's warmest month.

In March, in Hingula, the average high-temperature is 31.5°C (88.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 19.2°C (66.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in March is computed to be 40°C (104°F).

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

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

In March, the rain falls for 18.9 days. Throughout March, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in March in Hingula is 12h and 5min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

In Hingula, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.9h.

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

29.7°C

31.5°C

31.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.5km/h

5.4km/h

5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.4

10.3

1.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Hingula, 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
Hingula, 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
Hingula, 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
Hingula, 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
Hingula, 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
Hingula, 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
Hingula, 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: 8h and 54min

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
Hingula, 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
Hingula, 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
Hingula, 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
Hingula, 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).