March weather forecast
Madawala, Sri Lanka

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a hot month in Madawala, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.1°C (88°F) and min 19.7°C (67.5°F).

Temperature

March is the warmest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 31.1°C (88°F) and as low as 19.7°C (67.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index for March is computed to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Madawala, during March, the rain falls for 26.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 134mm (5.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Madawala, there are 317.7 rainfall days, and 2467mm (97.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Madawala is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, 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 Madawala, the average sunshine in March is 8.3h.

UV index

January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, 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 radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Madawala?
March, recording an average high temperature of 31.1°C (88°F) and a low temperature of 19.7°C (67.5°F), is Madawala's warmest month.
How hot does it get in Madawala in March?
In Madawala, 31.1°C (88°F) is the average high-temperature and 19.7°C (67.5°F) is the average low-temperature during March. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is computed to be 42°C (107.6°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Madawala?
In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.
How many days does it rain in March in Madawala?
In Madawala, Sri Lanka, during March, the rain falls for 26.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 134mm (5.28") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Madawala have in March?
In Madawala, the average day length in March is 12h and 5min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Madawala?
On the first day of March, 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.
How long on average sun shines in March in Madawala?
The average sunshine duration in March in Madawala, Sri Lanka, is 8.3h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Madawala?
The months with the highest UV index in Madawala, Sri Lanka, are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in March in Madawala?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Madawala is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March - Madawala, Sri Lanka
Average temperature in March
Madawala, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.7°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 (18.7°C).

Average pressure in March - Madawala, Sri Lanka
Average pressure in March
Madawala, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in March: 1010.8mbar

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 - Madawala, Sri Lanka
Average wind speed in March
Madawala, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in March: 3.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and March (3.9km/h).

Average humidity in March - Madawala, Sri Lanka
Average humidity in March
Madawala, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (80%).

Average rainfall in March - Madawala, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall in March
Madawala, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in March: 134mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (357mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (85mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Madawala, Sri Lanka
Average rainfall days in March
Madawala, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in March: 26.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (18.9 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Madawala, Sri Lanka
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Madawala, 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: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March - Madawala, Sri Lanka
Average sunshine days in March
Madawala, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0.2 days).

Average UV index in March - Madawala, Sri Lanka
Average UV index in March
Madawala, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in March: 6

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

Average cloud cover in March - Madawala, Sri Lanka
Average cloud cover in March
Madawala, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in March: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March - Madawala, Sri Lanka
Average visibility in March
Madawala, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, September, October and November (7km).

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