March weather forecastSantiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a hot month in Santiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 32°C (89.6°F) and 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Temperature

At the onset of March, Santiago Ixcuintepec records an average high-temperature of a still hot 32°C (89.6°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. Throughout the month of March, the average temperature dips to an agreeable 20.5°C (68.9°F) at night.

Heat index

In March, the average heat index is calculated to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. 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. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Santiago Ixcuintepec is 63%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Santiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico, are February, March, November and December Rain falls for 3.7 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of rain.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Santiago Ixcuintepec is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Santiago Ixcuintepec, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 6:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Santiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico, the average sunshine in March is 9.7h.

UV index

February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Santiago Ixcuintepec. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

March temperatures in Santiago Ixcuintepec vary between a high-temperature of 32°C (89.6°F) and a low-temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 38°C (100.4°F).

In Santiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico, the average relative humidity in March is 63%.

February, March, November and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of rain.

In Santiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico, in March, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in March is 12h and 4min.

On the first day of March in Santiago Ixcuintepec, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 6:35 pm CST.

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.7h.

February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Santiago Ixcuintepec.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Santiago Ixcuintepec is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Santiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico

  • Average high temperature in March: 32°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (35°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Santiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico

  • Average pressure in March: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Santiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico

  • Average wind speed in March: 14.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (8.9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Santiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico

  • Average humidity in March: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (62%).

Average rainfall in March
Santiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico

  • Average rainfall in March: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (73mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, March, November and December (2mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Santiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico

  • Average rainfall days in March: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Santiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Santiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico

  • Average sunshine days in March: 26.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Santiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico

  • Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
Santiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico

  • Average cloud cover in March: 14

The months with the most cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March
Santiago Ixcuintepec, Mexico

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).