March weather forecastPicoazá, Ecuador
March
Weather in March
The first month of the autumn, March, is still a warm month in Picoazá, Ecuador, with an average temperature varying between 21.6°C (70.9°F) and 29.5°C (85.1°F).Temperature
March's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still warm 29.5°C (85.1°F) from February's 28.8°C (83.8°F). Picoazá, during March nights, observes an average temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F).Heat index
The heat index value for March is calculated to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical 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.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 82%.Rainfall
In Picoazá, during March, the rain falls for 26.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 102mm (4.02") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Picoazá, there are 185.1 rainfall days, and 544mm (21.42") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 12h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:29 -05.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine in Picoazá is 5.2h.UV index
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, 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 rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Picoazá, Ecuador
- Average high temperature in March: 29.5°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are April and May (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 21.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (19.6°C).
Average pressure in March
Picoazá, Ecuador
- Average pressure in March: 1011mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August, September and October (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.9mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Picoazá, Ecuador
- Average wind speed in March: 5.5km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are October and November (8.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (5.5km/h).
Average humidity in March
Picoazá, Ecuador
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Picoazá, Ecuador
- Average rainfall in March: 102mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (132mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (6mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Picoazá, Ecuador
- Average rainfall days in March: 26.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.9 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Picoazá, 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Picoazá, Ecuador
- Average sunshine days in March: 3.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (1 days).
Average UV index in March
Picoazá, Ecuador
- Average UV index in March: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in March
Picoazá, Ecuador
- Average cloud cover in March: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
Average visibility in March
Picoazá, Ecuador
- Average visibility in March: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (8km).
