March weather forecastCastleton, Jamaica
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Castleton, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29°C (84.2°F) and min 20.7°C (69.3°F).Temperature
Castleton's entry into March measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29°C (84.2°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. Throughout the month of March, the average temperature dips to a pleasant 20.7°C (69.3°F) at night.Heat index
The heat index for March is computed to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Humidity
March, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Castleton, in March, it is raining for 20.7 days, with typically 37mm (1.46") of accumulated precipitation. In Castleton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.1 days and collects up to 806mm (31.73") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 12h and 3min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:20 EST.
Sunshine
In Castleton, the average sunshine in March is 8.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents 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:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Castleton, Jamaica
- Average high temperature in March: 29°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (31.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 20.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°C).
Average pressure in March
Castleton, Jamaica
- Average pressure in March: 1015.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.5mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Castleton, Jamaica
- Average wind speed in March: 7.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.6km/h).
Average humidity in March
Castleton, Jamaica
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October, November and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Castleton, Jamaica
- Average rainfall in March: 37mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (123mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (26mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Castleton, Jamaica
- Average rainfall days in March: 20.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (19.2 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Castleton, Jamaica
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Castleton, Jamaica
- Average sunshine days in March: 5.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (1.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Castleton, Jamaica
- Average UV index in March: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in March
Castleton, Jamaica
- Average cloud cover in March: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Castleton, Jamaica
- Average visibility in March: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
