March weather forecast
Hiripitiya, Sri Lanka

March, the first month of the spring in Hiripitiya, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.9°C (67.8°F) and an average high of 32.8°C (91°F).

Temperature

The commencement of March records an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.8°C (91°F), barely varying from February's 30.7°C (87.3°F). Hiripitiya registers a prominent dip from daytime highs, with an average of 19.9°C (67.8°F) during the nights of March.

Heat index

The heat index value for March is evaluated at a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Notice: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued strenuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March and September, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Hiripitiya, in March, during 16.1 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 217.7 rainfall days, and 1165mm (45.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of March, in Hiripitiya, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9h.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in March translates into the following instructions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.