March weather forecastDelia, Ecuador

Weather in March

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

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a still tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F) in March, hardly different from the 30.7°C (87.3°F) recorded in February. Delia's nighttime temperature in March drops to an average of 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Delia, Ecuador, in March, it is raining for 29.9 days, with typically 318mm (12.52") of accumulated precipitation. In Delia, 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 the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:25 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Delia, Ecuador, is 7.2h.

UV index

January through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during March translates into the following guidance:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.