March weather forecast
San Joaquín, Costa Rica

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a moderately hot month in San Joaquín, Costa Rica, with an average temperature varying between 29.3°C (84.7°F) and 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

March registers as the month with the highest average temperatures, reaching 29.3°C (84.7°F) at its peak and 21.3°C (70.3°F) at the lowest.

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 68%, are the least humid months in San Joaquín.

Rainfall

In San Joaquín, in March, during 15.4 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 290 rainfall days, and 2270mm (89.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in San Joaquín, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:47 CST.

Sunshine

In San Joaquín, the average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in San Joaquín. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in San Joaquín?
March is the month when San Joaquín's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 29.3°C (84.7°F) and lows of 21.3°C (70.3°F).
How hot is March in San Joaquín?
In San Joaquín, in March, the average high-temperature is 29.3°C (84.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 21.3°C (70.3°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What are the least humid months in San Joaquín?
The months with the lowest humidity in San Joaquín are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 68%.
What is the average humidity in March in San Joaquín?
In March, the average relative humidity is 68%.
How much does it rain in San Joaquín in March?
In San Joaquín, in March, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in March in San Joaquín?
In March, the average day length in San Joaquín is 12h and 5min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in San Joaquín?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, in San Joaquín, Costa Rica, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:47 CST.
How many hours of sunshine does San Joaquín have in March?
In San Joaquín, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.6h.
When is the highest UV index in San Joaquín?
The months with the highest UV index in San Joaquín, Costa Rica, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in San Joaquín?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in San Joaquín, Costa Rica.
What is the UV index reading in March in San Joaquín?
In San Joaquín, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
San Joaquín, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in March: 29.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (25.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (21.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February and December (20.5°C).

Average pressure in March
San Joaquín, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in March: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
San Joaquín, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.2km/h).

Average humidity in March
San Joaquín, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in March: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (68%).

Average rainfall in March
San Joaquín, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in March: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (440mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (18mm).

Average rainfall days in March
San Joaquín, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.7 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
San Joaquín, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
San Joaquín, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.2 days).

Average UV index in March
San Joaquín, Costa Rica
  • 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
San Joaquín, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in March: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
San Joaquín, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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

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