March weather forecast
Kathiraveli, Sri Lanka

March, the first month of the spring in Kathiraveli, is a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.1°C (86.2°F) and an average low of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

Kathiraveli experiences a transition to a tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of March, not greatly differing from February's 28.3°C (82.9°F). Kathiraveli registers a consistent average low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) during March.

Heat index

March's mean heat index is computed to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout March, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 237.8 rainfall days, and 1259mm (49.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:14 +0530.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

January through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kathiraveli. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. 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 minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.