March weather forecast
Walana, Sri Lanka

March, the first month of the spring in Walana, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.3°C (88.3°F) and min 25°C (77°F).

Temperature

In Walana, March and April are characterised by the peak of temperatures, recording an average high of 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Heat index

March's mean heat index is appraised at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In Walana, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Walana, in March, during 19.9 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Walana, Sri Lanka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 273.8 days and collects up to 2059mm (81.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Walana 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 Walana, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

In Walana, the average sunshine in March is 9h.

UV index

January through April, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Walana. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.