March weather forecast
Rockley, Barbados

In March, Rockley welcomes a raise in temperatures, signifying the advent of spring. The city witnesses a noticeable decrease in rainfall from the preceding month with the intense sun forcing rapid evaporation rates. This month allows visitors to bask in the warmth of Rockley's beaches by the calm azure waters under the steadily increasing daylight hours. As the last vestiges of the cooler dry months fades, the weather paves the way for the warmer and rainier April.

Temperature

Rockley, Barbados, experiences a transition to a hot 30°C (86°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of March, not greatly differing from February's 29°C (84.2°F). The month of March records an average low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F).

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 8 days and typically collects 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F).
Note: In water activities such as swimming and diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed highly pleasurable for extended periods without any unease.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Rockley, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:10 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Rockley is 8h.

UV index

February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Rockley. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 during March translates into the following directions:
Carry out every crucial safety measure. People with fair skin may sustain burns in fewer than 5 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. After a swim or outdoor exercise, one should liberally reapply broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 30 or higher. Watch out! Reflections from sand and water can surge UV radiation exposure.