March weather forecast
Cojutepeque, El Salvador

March sees weather conditions that are marginally warmer than February. Despite small increments in humidity and cloud cover, the majority of the month remains dry, sunny, and inviting. Temperatures hover between 20.4°C (68.7°F) and 34.1°C (93.4°F) - the highest for the year - making it the warmest month in Cojutepeque's calendar year.

Temperature

In Cojutepeque, El Salvador, the average temperatures in March are the highest, with a peak at 34.1°C (93.4°F) and a low of 20.4°C (68.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index in March is estimated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 59%.

Rainfall

In Cojutepeque, during March, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. In Cojutepeque, during the entire year, the rain falls for 192.2 days and collects up to 1062mm (41.81") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Cojutepeque, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:07 CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Cojutepeque, El Salvador, is 10.6h.

UV index

February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.