March weather forecastChichén Itzá, Mexico

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chichén Itzá, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.4°C (90.3°F) and min 19.1°C (66.4°F).

Temperature

The shift from February to March is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.4°C (90.3°F), not significantly different from the 30.3°C (86.5°F) of February. Chichén Itzá in March observes a substantial swing from the daily highs, with average nighttime temperatures of 19.1°C (66.4°F).

Heat index

During March, the heat index is evaluated at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically collects 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:59 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Chichén Itzá, the average sunshine in March is 8.8h.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard 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:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.