March weather forecast
Mudungoda, Sri Lanka

March, the first month of the spring in Mudungoda, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 32.1°C (89.8°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in March, averaging 32.1°C (89.8°F) and a minimum average of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during March is computed to be a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Mudungoda, the rain falls for 18.2 days. Throughout March, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 265.4 rainfall days, and 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Mudungoda is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

January through April, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Mudungoda.

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 in Mudungoda. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.