March weather forecast
Cockpit, Jamaica

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a warm month in Cockpit, Jamaica, with an average temperature varying between 20.1°C (68.2°F) and 28.7°C (83.7°F).

Temperature

With the advent of March, Cockpit experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.7°C (83.7°F), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. Cockpit observes an average low-temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F) during March.

Heat index

March's mean heat index is calculated to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Cockpit, Jamaica, is 79%.

Rainfall

In Cockpit, in March, during 23 rainfall days, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cockpit, Jamaica, there are 279.6 rainfall days, and 947mm (37.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cockpit, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:22 EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cockpit, Jamaica, are January through April, September through 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 radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during March translates into the following directions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Cockpit in March?
Cockpit in March has an average high-temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in March is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Cockpit?
In March, the average relative humidity in Cockpit is 79%.
How many days does it rain in March in Cockpit?
In Cockpit, Jamaica, during March, the rain falls for 23 days and regularly aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Cockpit have in March?
In Cockpit, the average day length in March is 12h and 3min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Cockpit?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:22 EST.
How long on average sun shines in March in Cockpit?
In Cockpit, Jamaica, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.8h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cockpit?
January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Cockpit, Jamaica.
What is the UV index reading in March in Cockpit?
In Cockpit, Jamaica, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March - Cockpit, Jamaica
Average temperature in March
Cockpit, 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 - Cockpit, Jamaica
Average pressure in March
Cockpit, 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 - Cockpit, Jamaica
Average wind speed in March
Cockpit, 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 - Cockpit, Jamaica
Average humidity in March
Cockpit, 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 - Cockpit, Jamaica
Average rainfall in March
Cockpit, 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 - Cockpit, Jamaica
Average rainfall days in March
Cockpit, 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 - Cockpit, Jamaica
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cockpit, 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 - Cockpit, Jamaica
Average sunshine days in March
Cockpit, 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 - Cockpit, Jamaica
Average UV index in March
Cockpit, 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 - Cockpit, Jamaica
Average cloud cover in March
Cockpit, 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 - Cockpit, Jamaica
Average visibility in March
Cockpit, 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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