March weather forecast
Kandalama, Sri Lanka

March, the first month of the spring in Kandalama, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.8°C (92.8°F) and 21.1°C (70°F).

Temperature

The dawn of March sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.8°C (92.8°F), subtly contrasting with February's 31.3°C (88.3°F). Nightly average temperatures in March reveal a significant dip from daytime highs, registering a consistent an agreeable 21.1°C (70°F).

Heat index

For March, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Notice: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued strenuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Kandalama is 73%.

Rainfall

In Kandalama, during March, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kandalama, there are 196.8 rainfall days, and 943mm (37.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.