March weather forecast
Thirukkovil, Sri Lanka

March in Thirukkovil brings a noticeable shift, as the temperatures are inching upwards to 30.1°C (86.2°F), and the precipitation amount dwindling to 39mm (1.54"). As the city moves further into the dry season, pleasant weather persists, stimulating outdoor activities. Clear blue skies dominate the month, hosting only a meager gathering of clouds. Furthermore, wind speeds witness a gradual decrease from the previous month, adding to the serenity. While rainfall encounters a significant drop, March retains the charm of the island with mild weather and ample sunshine.

Temperature

March's advent in Thirukkovil notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a hot 30.1°C (86.2°F) from February. During March, the average low-temperature is recorded at a warm 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Thirukkovil, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Thirukkovil, there are 237.8 rainfall days, and 1259mm (49.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Thirukkovil, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:12 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.4h.

UV index

January through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Thirukkovil. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in March leads to these guidelines:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.