March weather forecast
Puerto Suárez, Bolivia

March brings a notable change to the weather patterns in Puerto Suárez, Bolivia, making it a transition month. This month shows a notable drop in high temperatures to 32.1°C (89.8°F) and a decrease in average rainfall to 66mm (2.6"). The town's weather starts its transition from the hot summer to the less hot season. Expect more sunlit days and slightly cooler nights compared to February. There is also a decline in the average rainfall as compared to the preceding month.

Temperature

On the advent of March, Puerto Suárez's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still tropical 32.1°C (89.8°F) from February's 31.9°C (89.4°F). Throughout March, the nighttime temperature in Puerto Suárez averages to a pleasant 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index for March is evaluated at a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. 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 primarily vital for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout March, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.8 rainfall days, and 640mm (25.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of March, in Puerto Suárez, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:52 -04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Puerto Suárez is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Puerto Suárez are January, March, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during March leads to these advisories:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.