March weather forecast
Matthews Ridge, Guyana

March, the first month of the spring in Matthews Ridge, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.9°C (73.2°F) and max 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

March commences with an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.5°C (85.1°F), showing little deviation from February's 28.7°C (83.7°F). Matthews Ridge observes an average nighttime temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F) during March.

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months in Matthews Ridge.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Matthews Ridge is March, when the rain falls for 22.1 days and typically collects 53mm (2.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Matthews Ridge is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:10 -04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.2h.

UV index

March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.