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 from February's average high of 29.3°C, and rainfall increases to a total of 21mm. 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

The introduction of March in Las Tunas notes a subtle temperature variation to a tropical 30.2°C from February's 29.3°C. During the month of March, Las Tunas's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 20.3°C.

Heat index

In March, the average heat index is evaluated at a torrid 36°C. Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. 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 especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

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 of accumulated precipitation. In Las Tunas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 202.5 days and collects up to 785mm of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Las Tunas 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, in Las Tunas, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 19:22 CDT.
Note: On Sunday, 12. March 2023, at 00:00, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 05. November 2023, 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in March translates into this advice:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.