March weather forecastEl Rodeo, Guatemala

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a tropical month in El Rodeo, Guatemala, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.5°C (74.3°F) and an average high of 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

March reports an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), slightly varied from February's 30.5°C (86.9°F). El Rodeo observes an average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F) during March.

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

Rainfall

In El Rodeo, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in El Rodeo, there are 226.8 rainfall days, and 1216mm (47.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In El Rodeo, Guatemala, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of March, in El Rodeo, Guatemala, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:20 CST.

Sunshine

In El Rodeo, the average sunshine in March is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in El Rodeo are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in March transforms into this advice:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.