March weather forecastChongon, Ecuador

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Chongon, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.5°C (88.7°F) and min 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.5°C (88.7°F), not significantly different from the 30.7°C (87.3°F) of February. Chongon cools down to an average low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) throughout the month of March.

Heat index

The heat index value during March is evaluated at a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Be prepared: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Continued activity may lead to heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Chongon, during March, the rain falls for 29.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 318mm (12.52") of precipitation. In Chongon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 235.3 days and collects up to 1397mm (55") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:26 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Chongon is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During March, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.