March weather forecastHazard, Jamaica

March

Weather in March

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

Temperature

The shift into March records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.7°C (83.7°F), subtly varied from February's 28°C (82.4°F). The average low-temperature during March nights is a pleasant 20.1°C (68.2°F).

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is estimated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Hazard is 79%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day 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, in Hazard, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:22 EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hazard are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

During March, Hazard experiences an average high-temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and a low-temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).

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

In Hazard, Jamaica, during March, the rain falls for 23 days and regularly aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of precipitation.

The average day length in March in Hazard is 12h and 3min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, in Hazard, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:22 EST.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Hazard is 8.8h.

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Hazard, Jamaica.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hazard, 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
Hazard, 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
Hazard, 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
Hazard, 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
Hazard, 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
Hazard, 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
Hazard, 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 48min

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
Hazard, 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
Hazard, 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
Hazard, 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
Hazard, 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).