March weather forecastPiracuruca, Brazil

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a hot month in Piracuruca, Brazil, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°C (88.7°F) and 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in March for Piracuruca is a still hot 31.5°C (88.7°F), staying closely aligned with February's conditions. Piracuruca experiences an average low-temperature reading of 22.5°C (72.5°F) throughout March.

Heat index

March's heat index is estimated at a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. With ongoing exertion, heatstroke becomes a possibility.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall in Piracuruca. Rain falls for 27.8 days and accumulates 260mm (10.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Piracuruca, Brazil, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of March, in Piracuruca, Brazil, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:52 -03.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in March leads to these recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.