March weather forecast
Flores Costa Cuca, Guatemala

March, the first month of the spring in Flores Costa Cuca, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21°C (69.8°F) and an average high of 32.4°C (90.3°F).

Temperature

In Flores Costa Cuca, March's average high-temperature stands at a still tropical 32.4°C (90.3°F), closely related to the preceding month. Flores Costa Cuca observes an average low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) during March.

Heat index

For most parts of March, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 59%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 222.6 rainfall days, and 1301mm (51.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Flores Costa Cuca, Guatemala, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of March, in Flores Costa Cuca, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:19 CST.

Sunshine

In Flores Costa Cuca, the average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Flores Costa Cuca are February through April and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in March translates into this advice:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.