March weather forecast
Scotts Head, Dominica

Scotts Head experiences a marginal increase in precipitation during March, reverting closer to the conditions observed in January. However, the additional rainfall doesn’t significantly impact the amount of sunshine, permitting outdoor activities for most of the daylight hours. This restoration of a wetter climate coupled with elevated temperatures hints at the approaching summer. These conditions set the stage for the subsequent increase in rainfall and temperatures in the coming months. A transition into April would come with slightly reduced rainfall levels while maintaining similar temperature readings.

Temperature

Scotts Head marks the onset of March with an average high-temperature of a tropical 30°C (86°F), subtly divergent from February's 29°C (84.2°F). An average nighttime temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) is recorded in Scotts Head during March.

Rainfall

In Scotts Head, in March, during 15 rainfall days, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 219 rainfall days, and 1996mm (78.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F).
Note: Swimming, diving, and other water endeavors at temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered enjoyable and satisfying for extended periods without discomfort.

Daylight

In Scotts Head, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of March, in Scotts Head, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:17 AST.

Sunshine

March through August, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Scotts Head.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 12 translates into the following recommendations:
Enforce every vital precaution. Those with light skin could endure burns in a matter of minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Ensure the liberal application and reapplication of a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen after each outdoor activity or swim, and every two hours. Alert! Sand and water increase UV exposure due to their reflective properties.