March weather forecast
Kalegana, Sri Lanka

March, the first month of the spring in Kalegana, is a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 30.3°C (86.5°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

Kalegana sees the highest average temperatures during the months of March and April, peaking at 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index in March is calculated to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Kalegana are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Kalegana, Sri Lanka, during March, the rain falls for 21.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 286.9 rainfall days, and 1974mm (77.72") 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 18:21. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.

Sunshine

In Kalegana, the average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during March morphs into the following directions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.