March weather forecast
Guatemala City, Guatemala

The city's weather in March continues with its transition towards higher temperatures and increased rainfall. A notable increase in temperature is observed moving from February to March. Hours of sunshine slightly decline from the preceding month indicating increased cloud cover. Ultraviolet radiation remains at a maximum, thus sufficient protection should be carried out. The weather pattern signals the end of the dry season.

Temperature

The initiation of March records an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.8°C (80.2°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. Guatemala City sees a large disparity in day to night temperatures in March, with the night temperature dropping to an average of 14.6°C (58.3°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 73.2%, March is the least humid month in Guatemala City.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 2 days. Throughout March, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Guatemala City, there are 125.2 rainfall days, and 1275mm (50.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Guatemala City, Guatemala, is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of March, in Guatemala City, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:14 CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Guatemala City is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 12 during March translates into the following guidance:
Undertake all key precautions, as unprotected skin and eyes may get burns in no time. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.