March weather forecastPotrerillo, Ecuador

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Potrerillo, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.5°C (70.7°F) and 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

Potrerillo's March average high-temperature settles at a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. March in Potrerillo is noted for a mean low-temperature of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

In March, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 29.7 days and typically aggregates up to 487mm (19.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Potrerillo is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of March, in Potrerillo, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:27 -05.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Potrerillo is 5.1h.

UV index

February through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

In March, in Potrerillo, the average high-temperature is 29.7°C (85.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 21.5°C (70.7°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 39°C (102.2°F).

In Potrerillo, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

The month with the most rainfall in Potrerillo is March, when the rain falls for 29.7 days and typically aggregates up to 487mm (19.17") of precipitation.

In Potrerillo, Ecuador, in March, during 29.7 rainfall days, 487mm (19.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:27 -05.

In Potrerillo, Ecuador, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

The months with the highest UV index in Potrerillo, Ecuador, are February through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Potrerillo, Ecuador

  • Average high temperature in March: 29.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (28.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (22.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Potrerillo, Ecuador

  • Average pressure in March: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Potrerillo, Ecuador

  • Average wind speed in March: 4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and September (6.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (3.8km/h).

Average humidity in March
Potrerillo, Ecuador

  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Potrerillo, Ecuador

  • Average rainfall in March: 487mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (487mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and November (42mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Potrerillo, Ecuador

  • Average rainfall days in March: 29.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (15.2 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Potrerillo, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Potrerillo, Ecuador

  • Average sunshine days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (11.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (0.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Potrerillo, Ecuador

  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Potrerillo, Ecuador

  • Average cloud cover in March: 65

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in March
Potrerillo, Ecuador

  • Average visibility in March: 7km

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