March weather forecast
Matiguás, Nicaragua

March in Matiguás, Nicaragua signifies a transition, from the regualr weather patterns of January and February to the distinct characteristics of the upcoming April. The city endures a dry phase with temperatures rising to 31.6°C (88.9°F) and a scant rainfall amount of 5mm (0.2"). As this month makes way for the rainier April, residents can expect significantly more wet and cooler conditions. The dry weather contributes to less fertility and restricts agricultural endeavors.

Temperature

Matiguás's weather in March displays an average high-temperature of a tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F), showing minor disparity from February's 29.8°C (85.6°F). Significant variation from daytime temperatures marks March in Matiguás, with the month recording a nightly average of 19.6°C (67.3°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is estimated at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Matiguás, Nicaragua, is 68%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Matiguás, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of March, in Matiguás, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:53 CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Matiguás, Nicaragua, are March and April, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.