March weather forecastTapanã, Brazil

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a moderately hot month in Tapanã, Brazil, with an average temperature varying between 23.3°C (73.9°F) and 29.9°C (85.8°F).

Temperature

As Tapanã steps into March, the average high-temperature holds at a warm 29.9°C (85.8°F), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. In March, Tapanã encounters an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) during the night.

Heat index

The heat index for March is appraised at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In Tapanã, the average relative humidity in March is 89%.

Rainfall

In Tapanã, in March, during 30.7 rainfall days, 312mm (12.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 314.8 rainfall days, and 1954mm (76.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Tapanã, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:20 -03.

Sunshine

In Tapanã, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

January through April, June and November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.