March weather forecastSanto Domingo, Cuba

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a moderately hot month in Santo Domingo, Cuba, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.8°C (65.8°F) and an average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

The transition from February to March sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Santo Domingo's average low-temperature in the month of March is recorded at a refreshing 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is calculated to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). A sense of exhaustion might occur with extended exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. A person's impression of weather can be swayed 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 essentially critical for children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.

Humidity

In Santo Domingo, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

January and March are months with the least rain in Santo Domingo when the rain falls for 9.6 days and typically aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of rain.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Santo Domingo is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of March in Santo Domingo, Cuba, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:24 CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 19:36 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 average sunshine in March in Santo Domingo 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and a low-temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in March is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

In March, the average relative humidity in Santo Domingo is 73%.

The months with the least rainfall in Santo Domingo are January and March Rain falls for 9.6 days and accumulates 14mm (0.55") of rain.

In Santo Domingo, Cuba, in March, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 14mm (0.55") of accumulated precipitation.

In Santo Domingo, the average day length in March is 12h and 2min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:24 CST. On the last day of the month, in Santo Domingo, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 19:36 CDT.

On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 00:00, Daylight Saving Time starts in Santo Domingo, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 01:00.

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.7h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Santo Domingo, Cuba, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Santo Domingo, Cuba, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

27.3°C

28.3°C

30.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

11.6km/h

12km/h

10.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.6

18.3

12.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Santo Domingo, Cuba

Average high temperature in March: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°C).

Average low temperature in March: 18.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.5°C).

Average pressure in March
Santo Domingo, Cuba

Average pressure in March: 1017.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Santo Domingo, Cuba

Average wind speed in March: 10.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Santo Domingo, Cuba

Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Santo Domingo, Cuba

Average rainfall in March: 14mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (84mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and March (14mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Santo Domingo, Cuba

Average rainfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Santo Domingo, Cuba

Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Santo Domingo, Cuba

Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Santo Domingo, Cuba

Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Santo Domingo, Cuba

Average cloud cover in March: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).
The months with the least cloud cover are March, April, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Santo Domingo, Cuba

Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March and April (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, August, September, October, November and December (8km).