March weather forecastLa Lima, Honduras

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in La Lima, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.3°C (64.9°F) and max 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Temperature

March experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F), barely different from February's 27.5°C (81.5°F). La Lima's nighttime temperature in March drops to an average of 18.3°C (64.9°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is appraised at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 16.4 days and accumulates 51mm (2.01") 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 06:08 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:04 CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in La Lima is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through June, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in March leads to these recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. 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. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.