March weather forecastLewella, Sri Lanka

March

Weather in March

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

Temperature

Lewella's temperature records reveal March as the warmest month, marked by average highs of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and lows of 19.2°C (66.6°F).

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
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. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lewella, in March, during 18.9 rainfall days, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 278.4 rainfall days, and 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Lewella, Sri Lanka, 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. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Lewella, March is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low of 19.2°C (66.6°F).

In Lewella, 31.5°C (88.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 19.2°C (66.6°F) is the average low-temperature during March. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is estimated at 40°C (104°F).

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

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

In Lewella, in March, it is raining for 18.9 days, with typically 72mm (2.83") of accumulated precipitation.

In March, the average day length is 12h and 5min.

In March, on the first day of the month, 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.

In Lewella, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.9h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Lewella, Sri Lanka, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

29.7°C

31.5°C

31.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.5km/h

5.4km/h

5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.4

10.3

1.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Lewella, Sri Lanka

Average high temperature in March: 31.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.5°C).

Average low temperature in March: 19.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Lewella, Sri Lanka

Average pressure in March: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Lewella, Sri Lanka

Average wind speed in March: 5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.7km/h).

Average humidity in March
Lewella, Sri Lanka

Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Lewella, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall in March: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (301mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (38mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Lewella, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall days in March: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (28.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.1 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lewella, Sri Lanka

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

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: 8h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lewella, Sri Lanka

Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (1.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Lewella, Sri Lanka

Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is October (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Lewella, Sri Lanka

Average cloud cover in March: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Lewella, Sri Lanka

Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (8km).