March weather forecastBarreiro, Ecuador
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the autumn in Barreiro, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 21.5°C (70.7°F).Temperature
March's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F) from February's 29.1°C (84.4°F). Barreiro experiences an average low-temperature of 21.5°C (70.7°F) in the month of March.Heat index
March's mean heat index is appraised at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. 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.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 88%.Rainfall
March is the month with the most rainfall in Barreiro. Rain falls for 29.7 days and accumulates 487mm (19.17") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:24 -05.
Sunshine
In Barreiro, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.UV index
February through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Barreiro, Ecuador
- Average high temperature in March: 29.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (28.5°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 21.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (22.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.1°C).
Average pressure in March
Barreiro, Ecuador
- Average pressure in March: 1012.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.6mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Barreiro, Ecuador
- Average wind speed in March: 4km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and September (6.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (3.8km/h).
Average humidity in March
Barreiro, Ecuador
- Average humidity in March: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Barreiro, Ecuador
- Average rainfall in March: 487mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (487mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and November (42mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Barreiro, Ecuador
- Average rainfall days in March: 29.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (15.2 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Barreiro, Ecuador
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Barreiro, Ecuador
- Average sunshine days in March: 0.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (11.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (0.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Barreiro, Ecuador
- Average UV index in March: 6
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and June (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in March
Barreiro, Ecuador
- Average cloud cover in March: 65
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 47).
Average visibility in March
Barreiro, Ecuador
- Average visibility in March: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and May (7km).
