March weather forecastLa Troncal, Ecuador

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in La Troncal, is a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°C (86°F) and 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Temperature

As La Troncal transitions from February to March, the average high-temperatures adjust to a tropical 30°C (86°F), nearly the same as the previous 29.5°C (85.1°F). Throughout the month of March, La Troncal witnesses an average low-temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Heat index

For March, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 83%, March is the most humid month.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall in La Troncal, Ecuador. Rain falls for 30.3 days and accumulates 335mm (13.19") of precipitation.

Daylight

In La Troncal, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:23 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in La Troncal is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.