March
Weather in March
Temperature
The onset of March is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a warm 25°C (77°F) in February to an agreeable 22°C (71.6°F). In Santa Cruz, following the steep rise of daytime temperatures, an average nighttime low of 10°C (50°F) is anticipated during March.Rainfall
In Santa Cruz, in March, during 3 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Santa Cruz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 43 days and collects up to 691mm (27.2") of precipitation.Daylight
In Santa Cruz, Chile, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 17min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 20:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:57 and sunset at 19:40 -03.
Sunshine
In Santa Cruz, Chile, the average sunshine in March is 9h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Santa Cruz is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 9 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Swift harm can befall unprotected skin and eyes. Prioritize safety. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Average temperature in March
Santa Cruz, Chile
- Average high temperature in March: 22°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (13°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 10°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June, July and August (4°C).
Average rainfall in March
Santa Cruz, Chile
- Average rainfall in March: 9mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (178mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Santa Cruz, Chile
- Average rainfall days in March: 3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (3 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Santa Cruz, Chile
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 2min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h
The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 11h).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 4h).
Average UV index in March
Santa Cruz, Chile
- Average UV index in March: 9
The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 2).
