Weather in India in March

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March is a hot and extremely dry time for sunbathing in India. March is an excellent month for swimming in India with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting India in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.

Temperature in India in March

The average maximum temperature in India in March is 34°. The average maximum temperature is 32° in the previous month and 35° in the next month.

The average temperature in India in March is 29°. The average temperature ranges is 27° in the previous month and 30° in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in India in March is 25°. The minimum temperature is 23° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.

Sunshine in India in March

The average day light hours per day in India in March are 12 and there are 9.5 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a sunny month with few clouds.

The ultraviolet index in India in March is typically 14 during March. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in India in March

The average sea water temperature in India in March is 28.5° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Rainfall in India in March

The average total rainfall in India in March is 0.7cm and on average there are 0.9 rainy days in March making it an extremely dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in India in March

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in India in March is 22° which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 20° in the previous month and 23° in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in India in March is typically 74.3%. The maximum relative humidity is 74.7% in the previous month and 75.3% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in India in March is typically 57.1%. The average relative humidity is 57.5% in the previous month and 59.7% in the next month.

Wind Speed in India in March

The average maximum wind speed in India in March is typically 16kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 16kmh in the previous month and 16kmh in the next month.

The average wind speed in India in March is typically 6kmh. The average wind speed is 7kmh in the previous month and 6kmh in the next month.

The average wind direction in India in March is from the North West.

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