March weather forecastOcara, Brazil

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a hot month in Ocara, Brazil, with an average temperature ranging between min 24°C (75.2°F) and max 31.1°C (88°F).

Temperature

As March starts, an average high temperature of a still hot 31.1°C (88°F) suggests no significant change from February. Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 24°C (75.2°F) is expected.

Heat index

The heat index for March is appraised at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 hold particular significance for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

In Ocara, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ocara, in March, it is raining for 23.6 days, with typically 91mm (3.58") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 183.1 rainfall days, and 511mm (20.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Ocara is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:40 -03.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.9h of sunshine, March has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ocara are January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March leads to these instructions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.