March weather forecastÑiquén, Chile

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a moderately hot month in Ñiquén, Chile, with an average temperature varying between 11.3°C (52.3°F) and 27.8°C (82°F).

Temperature

March's onset records an average high-temperature of a warm 27.8°C (82°F), a near match to February's 30.3°C (86.5°F). Despite a significant disparity with daytime temperatures, an average low-temperature of 11.3°C (52.3°F) is recorded during March.

Heat index

March's average heat index is evaluated at 28°C (82.4°F). Persistently participating in activities during exposure may lead to fatigue and induce heat cramps.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 52%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout March, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ñiquén, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.8 days and collects up to 694mm (27.32") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 20:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 19:42 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 27.8°C (82°F) and 11.3°C (52.3°F) respectively. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 28°C (82.4°F).

The average relative humidity in March is 52%.

In Ñiquén, in March, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation.

In March, the average day length in Ñiquén is 12h and 17min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 20:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 19:42 -03.

The average sunshine duration in March in Ñiquén is 9.6h.

In Ñiquén, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ñiquén, Chile

  • Average high temperature in March: 27.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 11.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Ñiquén, Chile

  • Average pressure in March: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Ñiquén, Chile

  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.5km/h).

Average humidity in March
Ñiquén, Chile

  • Average humidity in March: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (49%).

Average rainfall in March
Ñiquén, Chile

  • Average rainfall in March: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (173mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (5mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Ñiquén, Chile

  • Average rainfall days in March: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ñiquén, Chile

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ñiquén, Chile

  • Average sunshine days in March: 28 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Ñiquén, Chile

  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January and February (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and September (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Ñiquén, Chile

  • Average cloud cover in March: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in March
Ñiquén, Chile

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).