March weather forecast
Madapathala, Sri Lanka

March, the first month of the spring in Madapathala, is a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F) and an average high of 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

The height of temperatures is seen during March and April, averaging a high-temperature of 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is evaluated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Madapathala, Sri Lanka, are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Madapathala, in March, it is raining for 21.3 days, with typically 68mm (2.68") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Madapathala, Sri Lanka, there are 286.9 rainfall days, and 1974mm (77.72") 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 06:21 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.

Sunshine

In Madapathala, the average sunshine in March is 9.1h.

UV index

January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.