March weather forecast
Cayo Santa María, Cuba

Stepping into March from February, a minor escalation in temperature is observed on Cayo Santa María. Daytime temperatures become slightly higher, hinting at the approaching summer. This period possibly marks the onset of the island's wetter months with a slight increase in rainfall. It's worthy to note that the UV index ascends to reach 10, initiating cautious attention from those who fancy basking in the Cuban sun. As the months proceed, a higher temperature and rainfall in the forecast is anticipated.

Temperature

With March's arrival, Cayo Santa María's weather records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F), marking little difference from February's 27°C (80.6°F). March witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 19°C (66.2°F) in Cayo Santa María, Cuba.

Rainfall

In Cayo Santa María, in March, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation. In Cayo Santa María, Cuba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125 days and collects up to 1280mm (50.39") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January through March, with an average sea temperature of 25°C (77°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Water temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as very warm, making swimming, diving, and similar water activities pleasurable for extended periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Cayo Santa María is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:19 CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 19:31 CDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 00:00, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 01:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are March through May, July and August, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Cayo Santa María, Cuba, is 10. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 10 during March translates into the following directions:
Ensure you're protected; unprotected eyes and skin can get hurt in moments. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Even on cloudy days, a sunscreen with a minimum 30 sun protection factor should be generously applied and frequently re-applied, including after every swim or outdoor exercise. Caution! The Sun's UV intensity grows with reflections off sand and water.