March weather forecast
Kandy, Sri Lanka

Maintaining the trend from the preceding months, Kandy's March weather remains consistent with the dry season’s pattern, promising ample daylight hours and an agreeable temperature range. Warmer climes start to settle in when compared from February to March, evident from the slightly higher temperature average. The distinct feature of this month is the substantial rise in rainfall to 72mm. Despite the increase in humidity and rainfall, Kandy's weather continues to cater to local and international explorers interested in the historic landmarks and religious sites. Holi, followed by numerous New Year celebrations, paints the city in vibrant colours.

Temperature

March, with its average high-temperature of 31.5°C and an average low-temperature of 19.2°C, holds the record as the warmest month in Kandy.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is evaluated at a scorching 40°C. Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kandy, in March, it is raining for 18.9 days, with typically 72mm of accumulated precipitation. In Kandy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 278.4 days and collects up to 1466mm of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kandy, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of March, in Kandy, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

Sunshine

In Kandy, the average sunshine in March is 8.9h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Kandy, Sri Lanka. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in March leads to these guidelines:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.