March weather forecast
Samayac, Guatemala

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

Temperature

March is the month when Samayac experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low of 18.9°C (66°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during March is appraised at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Samayac, in March, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 23mm (0.91") of accumulated precipitation. In Samayac, during the entire year, the rain falls for 222.8 days and collects up to 1491mm (58.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Samayac, Guatemala, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Samayac, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:18 CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Samayac are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Samayac, Guatemala. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.