March weather forecast
Banks, Jamaica

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Banks, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.1°C (68.2°F) and max 28.7°C (83.7°F).

Temperature

In March, Banks's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.7°C (83.7°F), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. An average nighttime temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F) is noted in Banks, Jamaica, during the month of March.

Heat index

The average heat index in March is calculated to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

In Banks, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, in Banks, the rain falls for 23 days. Throughout March, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is accumulated. In Banks, Jamaica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 279.6 days and collects up to 947mm (37.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:22 EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Banks is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Banks are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in March translates into these instructions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Banks in March?
March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and a low-temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Banks?
In Banks, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.
How much does it rain in Banks in March?
In Banks, in March, it is raining for 23 days, with typically 53mm (2.09") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Banks have in March?
In Banks, Jamaica, the average day length in March is 12h and 3min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Banks?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, in Banks, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:22 EST.
How many hours of sunshine does Banks have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 8.8h.
When is the lowest UV index in Banks?
January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Banks.
How high is the UV index in March in Banks?
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Banks, Jamaica, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March - Banks, Jamaica
Average temperature in March
Banks, Jamaica
  • Average high temperature in March: 28.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (23.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (20°C).

Average pressure in March - Banks, Jamaica
Average pressure in March
Banks, Jamaica
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Banks, Jamaica
Average wind speed in March
Banks, Jamaica
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (10.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.9km/h).

Average humidity in March - Banks, Jamaica
Average humidity in March
Banks, Jamaica
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in March - Banks, Jamaica
Average rainfall in March
Banks, Jamaica
  • Average rainfall in March: 53mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (147mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (33mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Banks, Jamaica
Average rainfall days in March
Banks, Jamaica
  • Average rainfall days in March: 23 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (27.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (20.1 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Banks, Jamaica
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Banks, Jamaica
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are October and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March - Banks, Jamaica
Average sunshine days in March
Banks, Jamaica
  • Average sunshine days in March: 4.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (7.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (2.3 days).

Average UV index in March - Banks, Jamaica
Average UV index in March
Banks, Jamaica
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March - Banks, Jamaica
Average cloud cover in March
Banks, Jamaica
  • Average cloud cover in March: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are March, July, August, September and December (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March - Banks, Jamaica
Average visibility in March
Banks, Jamaica
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, October and December (8km).

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