March weather forecastMaués, Brazil

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Maués, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°C (86.4°F) and 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Temperature

The advent of March denotes an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), subtly different from February's 30.1°C (86.2°F). Throughout March, Maués experiences a low-temperature average of 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

March's heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In Maués, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

Rainfall

In Maués, in March, it is raining for 28.8 days, with typically 179mm (7.05") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Maués, there are 257 rainfall days, and 1294mm (50.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Maués is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:57 -04.

Sunshine

In Maués, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Maués are January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during March translates into these guidelines:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.