March weather forecast
Kirimetiya, Sri Lanka

The first month of the spring, March, is a hot month in Kirimetiya, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°C (88.7°F) and 19.2°C (66.6°F).

Temperature

The month of March, characterized by an average high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low of 19.2°C (66.6°F), is recognized as the warmest.

Heat index

For March, the heat index is computed to be a scorching 40°C (104°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

March is the least humid month in Kirimetiya, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Kirimetiya, in March, during 18.9 rainfall days, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kirimetiya, Sri Lanka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 278.4 days and collects up to 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Kirimetiya, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Kirimetiya 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 Kirimetiya. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.