March weather forecast
Pansilgoda, Sri Lanka

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

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 32.1°C (89.8°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F) respectively, March is Pansilgoda's warmest month.

Heat index

March's average heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Be prepared: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Continued activity may lead to heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Pansilgoda, in March, it is raining for 18.2 days, with typically 55mm (2.17") of accumulated precipitation. 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 is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of March, in Pansilgoda, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in March translates into this advice:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.