March weather forecastDabeiba, Colombia

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a moderately hot month in Dabeiba, Colombia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.4°C (72.3°F) and an average high of 29.9°C (85.8°F).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Dabeiba's average high-temperature at the onset of March, reaching a warm 29.9°C (85.8°F) from February's 30.4°C (86.7°F). During the month of March, the temperature in Dabeiba falls to an average of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for March is evaluated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Dabeiba, Colombia, is 86%.

Rainfall

In Dabeiba, during March, the rain falls for 28.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 175mm (6.89") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 344.5 rainfall days, and 3074mm (121.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dabeiba, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Dabeiba, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:14 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Dabeiba is 7h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Dabeiba. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during March morphs into the following directions:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.