March weather forecastSan Nicolás, Chile

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a moderately hot month in San Nicolás, Chile, with an average temperature ranging between min 11.4°C (52.5°F) and max 27.9°C (82.2°F).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings an average high-temperature of a warm 27.9°C (82.2°F), subtly diverging from February's 30.1°C (86.2°F). Marked by a significant drop from the daytime highs, San Nicolás's average low-temperature in March stands at a cool 11.4°C (52.5°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in March is estimated at 28°C (82.4°F). If one continues to be active during exposure, it might cause tiredness and subsequent heat cramps.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. 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.

Humidity

In San Nicolás, the average relative humidity in March is 51%.

Rainfall

In San Nicolás, in March, during 2.8 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 82.5 rainfall days, and 614mm (24.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 20:26. On the last day of March, in San Nicolás, sunrise is at 08:02 and sunset at 19:43 -03.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in San Nicolás is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in March translates into these instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in March, in San Nicolás, is 27.9°C (82.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to 11.4°C (52.5°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 28°C (82.4°F).

In March, the average relative humidity in San Nicolás is 51%.

In San Nicolás, during March, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.

The average day length in March in San Nicolás, Chile, is 12h and 18min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 20:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:02 and sunset at 19:43 -03.

In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
San Nicolás, Chile

  • Average high temperature in March: 27.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (30.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 11.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.3°C).

Average pressure in March
San Nicolás, Chile

  • Average pressure in March: 1015mbar

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
San Nicolás, Chile

  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
San Nicolás, Chile

  • Average humidity in March: 51%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (49%).

Average rainfall in March
San Nicolás, Chile

  • Average rainfall in March: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (151mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (5mm).

Average rainfall days in March
San Nicolás, Chile

  • Average rainfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
San Nicolás, 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 42min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
San Nicolás, Chile

  • Average sunshine days in March: 28.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (28.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (16.8 days).

Average UV index in March
San Nicolás, Chile

  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March
San Nicolás, Chile

  • Average cloud cover in March: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in March
San Nicolás, Chile

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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