Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
March
Weather in March
Temperature
Mattakkuliya experiences the peak of its temperatures in March and April, when the average high-temperatures rise to 31.8°C (89.2°F).Heat index
In March, the heat index is evaluated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 76%.Rainfall
In Mattakkuliya, Sri Lanka, in March, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 66mm (2.6") of accumulated precipitation. In Mattakkuliya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 289.4 days and collects up to 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.On the first day of March in Mattakkuliya, 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 18:20 +0530.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions
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What are the months with the highest UV index?
What is the UV index intensity in March?
Average temperature in March
Mattakkuliya, 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
Mattakkuliya, 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
Mattakkuliya, 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
Mattakkuliya, 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
Mattakkuliya, 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
Mattakkuliya, 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
Mattakkuliya, 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
Mattakkuliya, 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
Mattakkuliya, 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
Mattakkuliya, 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
Mattakkuliya, 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).
