March weather forecast
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a tropical month in San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.1°C (93.4°F) and min 20.4°C (68.7°F).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 34.1°C (93.4°F) and 20.4°C (68.7°F) respectively, March is San Francisco Lempa's warmest month.

Heat index

March's heat index is appraised at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 59%, March is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In San Francisco Lempa, in March, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 3mm (0.12") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 192.2 rainfall days, and 1062mm (41.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In San Francisco Lempa, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of March, in San Francisco Lempa, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:08 CST.

Sunshine

In San Francisco Lempa, the average sunshine in March is 10.6h.

UV index

February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in San Francisco Lempa. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest?
March registers as the month with the average highest temperatures, reaching 34.1°C (93.4°F) at its peak and 20.4°C (68.7°F) at the lowest.
How hot does it get in San Francisco Lempa in March?
March temperatures in San Francisco Lempa vary between a high-temperature of 34.1°C (93.4°F) and a low-temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 42°C (107.6°F).
What is the least humid month?
The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 59%.
What is the average humidity in March?
In San Francisco Lempa, the average relative humidity in March is 59%.
How many days does it rain in March?
In San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador, during March, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does San Francisco Lempa have in March?
In San Francisco Lempa, the average day length in March is 12h and 4min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, in San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:08 CST.
How many hours of sunshine does San Francisco Lempa have in March?
In March, the average sunshine duration is 10.6h.
When is the highest UV index?
February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in March?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
Average temperature in March
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (34.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (29.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (22.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.6°C).

Average pressure in March - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
Average pressure in March
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average pressure in March: 1012.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and October (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
Average wind speed in March
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (4.2km/h).

Average humidity in March - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
Average humidity in March
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average humidity in March: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (59%).

Average rainfall in March - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
Average rainfall in March
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average rainfall in March: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (242mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1mm).

Average rainfall days in March - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
Average rainfall days in March
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (27.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
Average sunshine days in March
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average sunshine days in March: 26.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (29 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.3 days).

Average UV index in March - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
Average UV index in March
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April and May (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
Average cloud cover in March
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average cloud cover in March: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March - San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
Average visibility in March
San Francisco Lempa, El Salvador
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (7km).

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