March weather forecast
Boaco, Nicaragua

March weather takes a significant turn as it progresses towards the higher spectrum of heat. Consequently, the average temperature peaks at 31.6°C (88.9°F), the highest in the first quarter of the year. Along with the rise in heat, there is a marked decline in relative humidity to 68%, the lowest thus far. Increasing daylight illuminates Boaco for an average of 12.1 hours. Despite the heat, windy conditions persist with wind gust speeds peaking at 22.9km/h (14.2mph).

Temperature

As Boaco transitions from February to March, the average high-temperatures adjust to a tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F), nearly the same as the previous 29.8°C (85.6°F). Boaco's nighttime temperatures in March reflect a stark contrast to the day's highs, falling to an average low of 19.6°C (67.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during March is estimated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. 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 'feels like', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt 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. 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 highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 68%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Boaco are January and March Rain falls for 8.9 days and accumulates 5mm (0.2") of rain.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Boaco is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:53 CST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are March and April, with an average of 8.6h of sunshine.

UV index

March and April, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in March leads to these guidelines:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.