March weather forecast
Kumarakattuwa, Sri Lanka

The first month of the spring, March, is still a tropical month in Kumarakattuwa, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.7°C (89.1°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

Kumarakattuwa's weather in March displays an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.7°C (89.1°F), showing minor disparity from February's 30.6°C (87.1°F). Kumarakattuwa observes an average nighttime temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) during March.

Heat index

In March, the average heat index is calculated to be a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

March is the least humid month in Kumarakattuwa, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Kumarakattuwa, Sri Lanka, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 221.7 rainfall days, and 1071mm (42.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kumarakattuwa, Sri Lanka, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:20 +0530.

Sunshine

In Kumarakattuwa, the average sunshine in March is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kumarakattuwa are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during March morphs into the following directions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.