March weather forecast
Undugoda, Sri Lanka

The first month of the spring, March, is a tropical month in Undugoda, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.5°C (88.7°F) and min 19.2°C (66.6°F).

Temperature

March, with average temperatures reaching a high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low of 19.2°C (66.6°F), is the warmest month.

Heat index

The heat index for March is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. 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 to babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 18.9 days. Throughout March, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. In Undugoda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 278.4 days and collects up to 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Undugoda is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. 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: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in March translates into the following instructions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.