March weather forecastCatacamas, Honduras

March

Weather in March

With a perceptible tilt towards warmer afternoons, Catacamas, Honduras heads towards March. In comparison to February, March retains reduced rainfall levels registering at 32mm (1.26"). Apart from notable temperature shifts, the sunshine duration continues to climb upwards, bidding farewell to colder nights. The increase in overall environmental pressure adjusts the wind speeds, balancing the weather conditions. Approaching April, the environment fosters a blend of heat and humidity, marking the onset of a rather warmer phase.

Temperature

The arrival of March brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F), subtly diverging from February's 26°C (78.8°F). Catacamas observes a substantial disparity between daytime high and the average low-temperature of 15.9°C (60.6°F) during March nights.

Heat index

The heat index for March is calculated to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 19.4 days and accumulates 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Catacamas, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:55 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Catacamas is 6.7h.

UV index

March, April, June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in March transforms into this advice:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Updated: Feb 19, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Catacamas, Honduras, are 28°C (82.4°F) and 15.9°C (60.6°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

In March, the average relative humidity in Catacamas, Honduras, is 78%.

The month with the least rainfall in Catacamas, Honduras, is March, when the rain falls for 19.4 days and typically collects 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

In Catacamas, during March, the rain falls for 19.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

In March, the average day length in Catacamas is 12h and 4min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, in Catacamas, Honduras, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:55 CST.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Catacamas, Honduras, is 6.7h.

March, April, June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Catacamas.

In Catacamas, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

26°C

28°C

30.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.2km/h

6.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

4.3

6.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Catacamas, Honduras

Average high temperature in March: 28°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (30.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°C).

Average low temperature in March: 15.9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°C).

Average pressure in March
Catacamas, Honduras

Average pressure in March: 1015mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Catacamas, Honduras

Average wind speed in March: 5.6km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (5.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Catacamas, Honduras

Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Catacamas, Honduras

Average rainfall in March: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (201mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (32mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Catacamas, Honduras

Average rainfall days in March: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (28.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (18.8 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Catacamas, Honduras

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

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: 6h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Catacamas, Honduras

Average sunshine days in March: 6.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are March and April (6.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are September and October (1.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Catacamas, Honduras

Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Catacamas, Honduras

Average cloud cover in March: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are June, October and November (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 51).

Average visibility in March
Catacamas, Honduras

Average visibility in March: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April and May (7km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August, September, October, November and December (5km).