March weather forecast
Palmar, Costa Rica

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Palmar, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 17.9°C (64.2°F).

Temperature

March and April are known as Palmar's warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is estimated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. 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 are extremely significant for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

The least humid month in Palmar is March, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Palmar, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 272 rainfall days, and 2217mm (87.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 17:48 CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.4h of sunshine, March has the most sunshine of the year in Palmar.

UV index

January through April, June, July, September, October and 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Palmar?

In Palmar, the months of March and April register the average highest temperatures, peaking at 29.7°C (85.5°F).

How hot is it in Palmar in March?

During March, Palmar experiences an average high-temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low-temperature of 17.9°C (64.2°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the least humid month in Palmar?

The least humid month in Palmar, Costa Rica, is March, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in March in Palmar?

The average relative humidity in March in Palmar is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March in Palmar?

In Palmar, Costa Rica, in March, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Palmar?

In March, the average day length in Palmar, Costa Rica, is 12h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Palmar?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, in Palmar, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 17:48 CST.

What month has the most sunshine in Palmar?

The month with the most sunshine in Palmar is March, with an average of 9.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Palmar have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Palmar?

The months with the highest UV index in Palmar, Costa Rica, are January through April, June, July, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in March in Palmar?

In Palmar, Costa Rica, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Palmar, Costa Rica

Average temperature in March - Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in March: 29.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (29.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (25.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 17.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.8°C).

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Average pressure in March
Palmar, Costa Rica

Average pressure in March - Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in March: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Palmar, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in March - Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.8km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Palmar, Costa Rica

Average humidity in March - Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Palmar, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in March - Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in March: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (396mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Palmar, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in March - Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Palmar, Costa Rica

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Palmar, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in March - Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Palmar, Costa Rica

Average UV index in March - Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, September, October and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, August and November (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in March
Palmar, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in March - Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in March: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in March
Palmar, Costa Rica

Average visibility in March - Palmar, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August, September, October and November (7km).

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