March weather forecast
Cuenca, Ecuador

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Weather in March

A stark contrast is witnessed in Cuenca's weather transition from February to March. With rainfall shooting up to 157mm (6.18"), this month registers as the wettest period of the year. As March progresses, temperatures experience a marginal rise while humidity remains consistently high. The wet weather of March eases down in April, with lower rainfall and a slight dip in humidity. The anticipation of less rainfall invites a richer diversity of season-specific flora and fauna.

Temperature

The transition into March in Cuenca shows a subtle variation to a still mild 14.7°C (58.5°F) from February's 14.5°C (58.1°F) in the average high-temperature. The average nighttime temperature in Cuenca lowers to a chilly 7.5°C (45.5°F) throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Cuenca is 87%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall in Cuenca. Rain falls for 28.1 days and accumulates 157mm (6.18") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cuenca, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of March, in Cuenca, Ecuador, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:22 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Cuenca, Ecuador, is 6.9h.

UV index

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Cuenca. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Cuenca?

In Cuenca, in March, the average high-temperature is 14.7°C (58.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 7.5°C (45.5°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Cuenca?

In March, the average relative humidity in Cuenca, Ecuador, is 87%.

What is the rainiest month in Cuenca?

The month with the most rainfall in Cuenca is March, when the rain falls for 28.1 days and typically aggregates up to 157mm (6.18") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cuenca in March?

In Cuenca, in March, it is raining for 28.1 days, with typically 157mm (6.18") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cuenca?

January through May, September through December are months without snowfall in Cuenca, Ecuador.

How many hours of daylight does Cuenca have in March?

In Cuenca, Ecuador, the average day length in March is 12h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Cuenca?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:22 -05.

How long on average sun shines in March in Cuenca?

The average sunshine duration in March in Cuenca is 6.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cuenca?

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in March in Cuenca?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average temperature in March - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in March: 14.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (15.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 7.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February and November (8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.4°C).

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Average pressure in March
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average pressure in March - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average pressure in March: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average wind speed in March - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average wind speed in March: 6km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and September (10km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and November (5.6km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average humidity in March - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and April (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average rainfall in March - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in March: 157mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (157mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (35mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average rainfall days in March - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in March: 28.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (28.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (16.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average snowfall in March - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average snowfall in March: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (10mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average snowfall days in March - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average sunshine days in March - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average sunshine days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (7.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average UV index in March - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average cloud cover in March - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
Cuenca, Ecuador

Average visibility in March - Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Average visibility in March: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (7km).

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