March weather forecastZapatoca, Colombia

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a moderately hot month in Zapatoca, Colombia, with an average temperature varying between 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 19.5°C (67.1°F).

Temperature

Zapatoca's March showcases an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F), hardly distinct from February's 30.5°C (86.9°F). During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 19.5°C (67.1°F) is observed in Zapatoca.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.

Humidity

In Zapatoca, Colombia, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 28.3 days. Throughout March, 193mm (7.6") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Zapatoca, there are 326.7 rainfall days, and 2692mm (105.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Zapatoca is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Zapatoca, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:02 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Zapatoca, Colombia, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Zapatoca. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during March translates into these guidelines:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. 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. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

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

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Zapatoca during March are 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 19.5°C (67.1°F) respectively. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).

In March, the average relative humidity in Zapatoca, Colombia, is 74%.

In Zapatoca, in March, during 28.3 rainfall days, 193mm (7.6") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In March, the average day length in Zapatoca is 12h and 5min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:02 -05.

The average sunshine duration in March in Zapatoca, Colombia, is 9.5h.

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Zapatoca, Colombia, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

30.5°C

29.4°C

28.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.4km/h

4.9km/h

4.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

6.8

2.3

0.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Zapatoca, Colombia

Average high temperature in March: 29.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is November (27.6°C).

Average low temperature in March: 19.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (19.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Zapatoca, Colombia

Average pressure in March: 1012.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Zapatoca, Colombia

Average wind speed in March: 4.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and November (4.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Zapatoca, Colombia

Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Zapatoca, Colombia

Average rainfall in March: 193mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (322mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (59mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Zapatoca, Colombia

Average rainfall days in March: 28.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (19.3 days).

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

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

Average sunshine in March: 9h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Zapatoca, Colombia

Average sunshine days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (8.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0 days).

Average UV index in March
Zapatoca, 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).