March weather forecastPiedras, Colombia

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a hot month in Piedras, Colombia, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.2°C (64.8°F) and max 30.4°C (86.7°F).

Temperature

With the arrival of March, Piedras's average high-temperature registers at a still hot 30.4°C (86.7°F), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. March nights in Piedras indicate a noticeable temperature drop from the daytime highs, with an average reading lowering to a comfortable 18.2°C (64.8°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in March is appraised at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Piedras is 63%.

Rainfall

In March, in Piedras, the rain falls for 24.6 days. Throughout March, 91mm (3.58") of precipitation is accumulated. In Piedras, Colombia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 255.6 days and collects up to 842mm (33.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of March, in Piedras, Colombia, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:08 -05.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Piedras is 9.5h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Piedras. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during March leads to these instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In March, in Piedras, the average high-temperature is 30.4°C (86.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 18.2°C (64.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in March is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).

The average relative humidity in March in Piedras, Colombia, is 63%.

In March, in Piedras, Colombia, the rain falls for 24.6 days. Throughout March, 91mm (3.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Piedras, Colombia, the average day length in March is 12h and 6min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, in Piedras, Colombia, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:08 -05.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Piedras is 9.5h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Piedras.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Piedras, Colombia.

In Piedras, Colombia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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30.8°C

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29.2°C

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Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

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Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

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Average UV index

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Average temperature in March
Piedras, Colombia

Average high temperature in March: 30.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (30.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (28.6°C).

Average low temperature in March: 18.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Piedras, Colombia

Average pressure in March: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Piedras, Colombia

Average wind speed in March: 3.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (2.9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Piedras, Colombia

Average humidity in March: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in March
Piedras, Colombia

Average rainfall in March: 91mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (120mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (32mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Piedras, Colombia

Average rainfall days in March: 24.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (13.8 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Piedras, Colombia

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in March: 9h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Piedras, Colombia

Average sunshine days in March: 3.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (11.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Piedras, Colombia

Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Piedras, Colombia

Average cloud cover in March: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in March
Piedras, Colombia

Average visibility in March: 10km

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