March weather forecast
Yatihena, Sri Lanka

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a tropical month in Yatihena, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 24.3°C (75.7°F) and 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

March and April, when the average high-temperature reaches 31.8°C (89.2°F), are the warmest months.

Heat index

The heat index value for March is computed to be a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In Yatihena, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Yatihena, in March, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 66mm (2.6") of accumulated precipitation. In Yatihena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 289.4 days and collects up to 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Yatihena, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Yatihena 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 risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Yatihena?
The temperature in Yatihena hits its peak in March and April, recording an average high-temperature of 31.8°C (89.2°F).
Is it hot in Yatihena during March?
In Yatihena, in March, the average high-temperature is 31.8°C (89.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 24.3°C (75.7°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 42°C (107.6°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Yatihena?
In March, the average relative humidity in Yatihena, Sri Lanka, is 76%.
How much does it rain in Yatihena in March?
In Yatihena, Sri Lanka, in March, during 19.8 rainfall days, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Yatihena have in March?
The average day length in March is 12h and 5min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Yatihena?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, in Yatihena, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.
How long on average sun shines in March in Yatihena?
In Yatihena, the average sunshine duration in March is 9h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Yatihena?
The months with the highest UV index are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in March in Yatihena?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Yatihena, Sri Lanka, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Yatihena, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in March: 31.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Yatihena, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in March: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Yatihena, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in March: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8km/h).

Average humidity in March
Yatihena, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Yatihena, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in March: 66mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (341mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (40mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Yatihena, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Yatihena, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Yatihena, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (0.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Yatihena, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, September, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, August and October (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Yatihena, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Yatihena, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).

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