March weather forecast
Okanda, Sri Lanka

March, the first month of the spring in Okanda, is a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.4°C (86.7°F) and an average low of 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Temperature

The shift to March signals an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), subtly varied from February's 29.7°C (85.5°F). Okanda's nighttime temperature in March drops to an average of 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Heat index

March's heat index is calculated to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Okanda, in March, during 15.5 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Okanda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 192.9 days and collects up to 942mm (37.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:12 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Okanda is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Okanda are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During March, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.