March weather forecastPatulul, Guatemala

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a hot month in Patulul, Guatemala, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.9°C (66°F) and an average high of 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

Patulul witnesses the warmest weather in March, with temperatures averaging a high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low of 18.9°C (66°F).

Heat index

In March, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to 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.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. 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 in Patulul.

Rainfall

In March, in Patulul, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout March, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Patulul, there are 222.8 rainfall days, and 1491mm (58.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Patulul, Guatemala, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Patulul, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:16 CST.

Sunshine

In Patulul, the average sunshine in March is 9.5h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Patulul, Guatemala. The months with the lowest UV index in Patulul are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during March leads to these instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.