March weather forecastTuxtla Chico, Mexico

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a tropical month in Tuxtla Chico, Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31°C (87.8°F) and 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

In Tuxtla Chico, March's average high-temperature stands at a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), closely related to the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F) is anticipated throughout the nights in Tuxtla Chico during March.

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

Rainfall

In Tuxtla Chico, in March, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Tuxtla Chico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 226.8 days and collects up to 1216mm (47.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Tuxtla Chico, Mexico, is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 6:16 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Tuxtla Chico is 9.7h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Tuxtla Chico. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Tuxtla Chico, Mexico. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.