March weather forecastPombos, Brazil

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a hot month in Pombos, Brazil, with an average temperature ranging between max 31°C (87.8°F) and min 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Temperature

March is the month that records the highest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 31°C (87.8°F) to a low of 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in March is evaluated at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Pombos is 76%.

Rainfall

In Pombos, in March, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 229.2 rainfall days, and 477mm (18.78") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Pombos, Brazil, is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:26 -03.

Sunshine

March has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Pombos. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in March translates into this advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.