March weather forecastEl Coco, Panama

Weather in March

March starts to show some inclination towards summer-like weather in El Coco. Noticeably, the relative humidity drops to 77% allowing for clearer skies and reduced rainfall. This period paves the way for more sunshine hours and an increase in daily temperature. The warmer weather encourages wildlife activity, breathing life into the encompassing environment. As the season proceeds, climates remain unsteady, with both temperature and humidity subject to slight variations.

Temperature

In El Coco, the warmest months are March and April, registering an average high-temperature of 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Heat index

March's heat index is evaluated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, March is the least humid month in El Coco.

Rainfall

In El Coco, Panama, in March, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation. In El Coco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 308.7 days and collects up to 1598mm (62.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In El Coco, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in El Coco, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:29 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in El Coco is 8.2h.

UV index

January through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in El Coco. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during March translates into the following directions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.