March weather forecast
El Paraiso, Honduras

The arrival of March signals an escalation in temperature, indicating the onset of summer in El Paraiso. Although average lows remain relatively stable at 16.6°C (61.9°F), rainfall starts to manifest in more significant amounts compared to the previous months. As El Paraiso warms up, so does the possibility of outdoor water-based activities becoming more appealing. Among the chief characteristics of March weather are its growing warmth, mildly increasing rainfall, and persistent sunshine.

Temperature

Entering March, El Paraiso's average high-temperature reads a still warm 29.3°C (84.7°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. El Paraiso observes a dramatic plunge from daytime highs in March, settling at an average low-temperature of 16.6°C (61.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during March is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.

Humidity

In El Paraiso, the average relative humidity in March is 69%.

Rainfall

In El Paraiso, in March, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation. In El Paraiso, during the entire year, the rain falls for 216.3 days and collects up to 1029mm (40.51") 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 06:01 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of March, in El Paraiso, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:57 CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in El Paraiso is 7.8h.

UV index

February through April, June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in El Paraiso. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.