March weather forecast
Contramaestre, Cuba

March in Contramaestre, Cuba differs little from February, with a slightly warmer average high of 29.3°C (84.7°F) and a low of 18.9°C (66°F). The humidity decreases further, the amount of rainfall goes up marginally, and the daylight hours increase to 12 hours. It is a month of more sunshine, reduced cloud cover, and longer days. The weather maintains a comfortable blend of warmth and breeze making it another lovely month for outdoor activities.

Temperature

March ushers in an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), aligning closely with the preceding month. Contramaestre throughout March, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 18.9°C (66°F).

Heat index

For March, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Contramaestre, in March, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. In Contramaestre, Cuba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 237.4 days and collects up to 799mm (31.46") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of March in Contramaestre, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:10 CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 19:19 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

In Contramaestre, the average sunshine in March is 8.7h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during March leads to these instructions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.