March weather forecast
Las Tunas, Cuba

Las Tunas, Cuba begins to experience slightly warmer weather in March, along with an increase in sunshine hours. The average temperature increases to 30.2°C (86.4°F) from February's average high of 29.3°C (84.7°F), and rainfall increases to a total of 21mm (0.83"). A positive aspect of the March weather is an increase in daylight hours, leading to more opportunities for outdoor pursuits. Despite the rise in temperature, overall weather conditions remain agreeable.

Temperature

Las Tunas records a slight change with March's average high-temperatures adjusting to a tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F) from February's 29.3°C (84.7°F). An average low-temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) is recorded in the month of March.

Heat index

March's mean heat index is appraised at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. 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 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Las Tunas, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation. In Las Tunas, Cuba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 202.5 days and collects up to 785mm (30.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Las Tunas, Cuba, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:12 CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 19:22 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 Las Tunas, the average sunshine in March is 8.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Las Tunas. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.