March weather forecast
Zanjón San Lorenzo, Guatemala

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Zanjón San Lorenzo, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.5°C (74.3°F) and 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

Zanjón San Lorenzo's shift from February to March is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), a slight deviation from 30.5°C (86.9°F). Throughout the month of March, the average temperature dips to a moderately hot 23.5°C (74.3°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index value for March is appraised at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

Rainfall

In Zanjón San Lorenzo, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Zanjón San Lorenzo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 227 days and collects up to 1231mm (48.46") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:20 CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in March leads to these recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is March?
March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F) and a low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in March is appraised at 36°C (96.8°F).
What are the least humid months?
January through March, with an average relative humidity of 63%, are the least humid months.
What is the average humidity in March?
In March, the average relative humidity is 63%.
How much does it rain in March?
In Zanjón San Lorenzo, in March, during 11.1 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in March?
In March, the average day length is 12h and 4min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:20 CST.
How long on average sun shines in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 9.7h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
When is the lowest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in March?
In Zanjón San Lorenzo, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Zanjón San Lorenzo, Guatemala
  • Average high temperature in March: 31°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (29.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (25.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (22.2°C).

Average pressure in March
Zanjón San Lorenzo, Guatemala
  • Average pressure in March: 1013.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Zanjón San Lorenzo, Guatemala
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in March
Zanjón San Lorenzo, Guatemala
  • Average humidity in March: 63%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (63%).

Average rainfall in March
Zanjón San Lorenzo, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall in March: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (244mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (6mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Zanjón San Lorenzo, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Zanjón San Lorenzo, 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 months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Zanjón San Lorenzo, Guatemala
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (0.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Zanjón San Lorenzo, Guatemala
  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in March
Zanjón San Lorenzo, Guatemala
  • Average cloud cover in March: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Zanjón San Lorenzo, Guatemala
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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

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