March weather forecast
Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a hot month in Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°C (89.2°F) and 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

Kohilawatta witnesses its peak temperatures during March and April, when the average high-temperature reaches 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during March is appraised at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase 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. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Kohilawatta, during March, the rain falls for 19.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 289.4 rainfall days, and 2262mm (89.06") 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 06:22 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Kohilawatta is 9h.

UV index

January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Kohilawatta?
Kohilawatta sees its peak of temperatures during March and April, with an average high-temperature of 31.8°C (89.2°F).
How hot is it in Kohilawatta in March?
During March, Kohilawatta experiences an average high-temperature of 31.8°C (89.2°F) and a low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in March is appraised at 42°C (107.6°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Kohilawatta?
In Kohilawatta, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.
How many days does it rain in March in Kohilawatta?
In Kohilawatta, in March, during 19.8 rainfall days, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in March in Kohilawatta?
In Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka, the average day length in March is 12h and 5min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Kohilawatta?
On the first day of March in Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.
How long on average sun shines in March in Kohilawatta?
The average sunshine duration in March is 9h.
When is the highest UV index in Kohilawatta?
January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kohilawatta.
What is the UV index reading in March in Kohilawatta?
In Kohilawatta, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March - Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
Average temperature in March
Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.1°C).

Average pressure in March - Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
Average pressure in March
Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in March: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
Average wind speed in March
Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in March: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8km/h).

Average humidity in March - Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
Average humidity in March
Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (74%).

Average rainfall in March - Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall in March
Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in March: 66mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (341mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (40mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall days in March
Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March - Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
Average sunshine days in March
Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (0.3 days).

Average UV index in March - Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
Average UV index in March
Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, September, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, August and October (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March - Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
Average cloud cover in March
Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March - Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
Average visibility in March
Kohilawatta, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).

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