March weather forecast
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

March

Weather in March

March sees a continuation of this trend, albeit a bit warmer, emulating a truly tropical climate. The uplifting warmth touches 30.6°C (87.1°F), and even the nights guard a warm 18.6°C (65.5°F). It is the last month of the dry season, offering the perfect window for travelers. While the humidity takes a slight dip, the sunny disposition prevails, making March a delightful month in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa.

Temperature

Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa experiences its highest temperatures in March, with an average peak of 30.6°C (87.1°F) and a low of 18.6°C (65.5°F).

Heat index

March's heat index is estimated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

March is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 61%.

Rainfall

In Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 9mm (0.35") of accumulated precipitation. In Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 228.7 days and collects up to 1368mm (53.86") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:16 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.7h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months?
March stands out as Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa's warmest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 30.6°C (87.1°F) and a low of 18.6°C (65.5°F).
How hot is March?
In Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, in March, the average high-temperature is 30.6°C (87.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 18.6°C (65.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in March is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the least humid month?
The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 61%.
What is the average humidity in March?
The average relative humidity in March is 61%.
How much does it rain in March?
In Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, during March, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in March?
The average day length in March is 12h and 4min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:16 CST.
How many hours of sunshine does Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa have in March?
In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.
When is the highest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index reading in March?
In Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
Average temperature in March
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average high temperature in March: 30.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (27.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°C).

Average pressure in March - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
Average pressure in March
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average pressure in March: 1013.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and October (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
Average wind speed in March
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.6km/h).

Average humidity in March - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
Average humidity in March
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average humidity in March: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (61%).

Average rainfall in March - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
Average rainfall in March
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall in March: 9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (240mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (4mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
Average rainfall days in March
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
Average sunshine days in March
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.3 days).

Average UV index in March - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
Average UV index in March
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
Average cloud cover in March
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average cloud cover in March: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
Average visibility in March
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).

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