March weather forecastOddusuddan, Sri Lanka

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a tropical month in Oddusuddan, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and an average low of 25°C (77°F).

Temperature

Oddusuddan observes an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F) in March, barely different from 29.5°C (85.1°F) in February. The average nighttime temperature in Oddusuddan lowers to a moderately hot 25°C (77°F) throughout March.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The least humid month in Oddusuddan is March, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout March, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated. In Oddusuddan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.2 days and collects up to 849mm (33.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Oddusuddan is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of March, in Oddusuddan, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.

Sunshine

In Oddusuddan, the average sunshine in March is 9.5h.

UV index

January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Oddusuddan. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. 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. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.