March weather forecastChichica, Panama

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chichica, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.9°C (89.4°F) and 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Temperature

March and April are characterised by peak temperatures, with an average high of 31.9°C (89.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index for March is computed to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

March is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

Rainfall

In Chichica, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 265.2 rainfall days, and 1776mm (69.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:36 EST.

Sunshine

In Chichica, the average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

UV index

January through April, June, July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during March translates into the following directions:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Chichica witnesses its average highest temperatures during March and April, peaking at 31.9°C (89.4°F).

In March, in Chichica, the average high-temperature is 31.9°C (89.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 22.9°C (73.2°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 38°C (100.4°F).

With an average relative humidity of 63%, March is the least humid month.

In Chichica, the average relative humidity in March is 63%.

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in March is 12h and 5min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:36 EST.

In Chichica, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.6h.

January through April, June, July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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March

Apr

Average high temperature

31°C

31.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12km/h

11.8km/h

9.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.6

17.7

6.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Chichica, Panama

Average high temperature in March: 31.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (27.6°C).

Average low temperature in March: 22.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (23.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (22°C).

Average pressure in March
Chichica, Panama

Average pressure in March: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Chichica, Panama

Average wind speed in March: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Chichica, Panama

Average humidity in March: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (63%).

Average rainfall in March
Chichica, Panama

Average rainfall in March: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (303mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (12mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Chichica, Panama

Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chichica, Panama

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

Average sunshine in March: 9h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chichica, Panama

Average sunshine days in March: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Chichica, Panama

Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
Chichica, Panama

Average cloud cover in March: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
Chichica, Panama

Average visibility in March: 10km

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