March weather forecastItabi, Brazil

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Itabi, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.1°C (89.8°F) and 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Temperature

In Itabi, the month of March registers the highest temperatures, averaging 32.1°C (89.8°F) at the peak and 24.4°C (75.9°F) at the lowest.

Heat index

The heat index for March is evaluated at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Itabi, Brazil, in March, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 222.9 rainfall days, and 509mm (20.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Itabi, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 17:32 -03.

Sunshine

March has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 8.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in March translates into these instructions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.