March weather forecast
Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Los Cacaos, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.8°C (64°F) and max 27.8°C (82°F).

Temperature

Upon the beginning of March, Los Cacaos's high-temperatures register at a still warm 27.8°C (82°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. An average nighttime temperature of 17.8°C (64°F) is observed during March.

Heat index

In March, the average heat index is estimated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Persistently participating in activities during exposure may lead to fatigue and induce heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. 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

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 20.6 days. Throughout March, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. In Los Cacaos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 274.9 days and collects up to 979mm (38.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Los Cacaos, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:54 AST.

Sunshine

In Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic, the average sunshine in March is 7.7h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Los Cacaos in March?
In Los Cacaos, 27.8°C (82°F) is the average high-temperature and 17.8°C (64°F) is the average low-temperature during March. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).
What is the average humidity in March?
In Los Cacaos, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.
How much does it rain in March?
In Los Cacaos, in March, it is raining for 20.6 days, with typically 72mm (2.83") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in March?
In March, the average day length is 12h and 3min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:54 AST.
How many hours of sunshine does Los Cacaos have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 7.7h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index in Los Cacaos are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
When is the lowest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in March?
In Los Cacaos, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March - Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
Average temperature in March
Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
  • Average high temperature in March: 27.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 17.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°C).

Average pressure in March - Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
Average pressure in March
Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
Average wind speed in March
Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and August (5.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in March - Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
Average humidity in March
Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).

Average rainfall in March - Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
Average rainfall in March
Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall in March: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (130mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (44mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
Average rainfall days in March
Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (18 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March - Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
Average sunshine days in March
Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
  • Average sunshine days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (6.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.1 days).

Average UV index in March - Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
Average UV index in March
Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
  • Average UV index in March: 6

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

Average cloud cover in March - Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
Average cloud cover in March
Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in March - Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
Average visibility in March
Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic
  • Average visibility in March: 7km

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

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