March weather forecastMapiripán, Colombia

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a moderately hot month in Mapiripán, Colombia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Temperature

March commences with an average high-temperature of a warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), showing little deviation from February's 31.8°C (89.2°F). Mapiripán registers a consistent average low-temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F) during March.

Heat index

In March, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. 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.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Mapiripán, during March, the rain falls for 26.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 184mm (7.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 300.1 rainfall days, and 1896mm (74.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mapiripán, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:56 -05.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during March translates into the following directions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.