March weather forecast
Jalthara, Sri Lanka

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a hot month in Jalthara, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.3°C (75.7°F) and max 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

Jalthara witnesses its highest average temperatures during March and April, peaking at 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout March, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Jalthara, there are 289.4 rainfall days, and 2262mm (89.06") 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 06:22 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Jalthara is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in March translates into this advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Jalthara?
Jalthara's warmest months, March and April, record an average high-temperature of 31.8°C (89.2°F).
Is it hot in Jalthara during March?
In Jalthara, 31.8°C (89.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 24.3°C (75.7°F) is the average low-temperature during March. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in March is estimated at 42°C (107.6°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Jalthara?
The average relative humidity in March is 76%.
How much does it rain in Jalthara in March?
In Jalthara, in March, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 66mm (2.6") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Jalthara have in March?
The average day length in March in Jalthara, Sri Lanka, is 12h and 5min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Jalthara?
On the first day of March in Jalthara, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.
How many hours of sunshine does Jalthara have in March?
In Jalthara, the average sunshine duration in March is 9h.
When is the highest UV index in Jalthara?
January through April, July, September, November and 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 Jalthara?
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Jalthara is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in March - Jalthara, Sri Lanka
Average temperature in March
Jalthara, 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 - Jalthara, Sri Lanka
Average pressure in March
Jalthara, 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 - Jalthara, Sri Lanka
Average wind speed in March
Jalthara, 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 - Jalthara, Sri Lanka
Average humidity in March
Jalthara, 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 - Jalthara, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall in March
Jalthara, 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 - Jalthara, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall days in March
Jalthara, 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 - Jalthara, Sri Lanka
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Jalthara, 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 - Jalthara, Sri Lanka
Average sunshine days in March
Jalthara, 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 - Jalthara, Sri Lanka
Average UV index in March
Jalthara, 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 - Jalthara, Sri Lanka
Average cloud cover in March
Jalthara, 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 - Jalthara, Sri Lanka
Average visibility in March
Jalthara, 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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