March weather forecast
Ancón, Panama

March, the first month of the spring in Ancón, is still a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24°C (75.2°F) and 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

Ancón's weather in March indicates an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F), nearly consistent with the 30.1°C (86.2°F) of February. During March, an average low-temperature of 24°C (75.2°F) is observed.

Heat index

The heat index for March is appraised at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. 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 least humid month in Ancón is March, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Ancón, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 294.6 rainfall days, and 1899mm (74.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:28 EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in March leads to these guidelines:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.