March weather forecastEl Muñoz, Panama

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a hot month in El Muñoz, Panama, with an average temperature varying between 23.5°C (74.3°F) and 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

With the onset of March, a modest change to a still tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F) from February's 31.1°C (88°F) is noted in high-temperature. An average temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F) is recorded during the nights in March.

Heat index

The heat index value for March is appraised at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. 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.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In El Muñoz, in March, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 261.2 rainfall days, and 1359mm (53.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In El Muñoz, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:31 EST.

Sunshine

In El Muñoz, the average sunshine in March is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

In El Muñoz, in March, the average high-temperature is 31.5°C (88.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.5°C (74.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in March is appraised at 40°C (104°F).

The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

In El Muñoz, in March, during 7.9 rainfall days, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In March, the average day length is 12h and 5min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, in El Muñoz, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:31 EST.

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.3h.

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
El Muñoz, Panama

  • Average high temperature in March: 31.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are October and November (29°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23°C).

Average pressure in March
El Muñoz, Panama

  • Average pressure in March: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1010.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March
El Muñoz, Panama

  • Average wind speed in March: 15.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6km/h).

Average humidity in March
El Muñoz, Panama

  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in March
El Muñoz, Panama

  • Average rainfall in March: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (197mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

Average rainfall days in March
El Muñoz, Panama

  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
El Muñoz, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 18min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
El Muñoz, Panama

  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are October and November (0.5 days).

Average UV index in March
El Muñoz, Panama

  • Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
El Muñoz, Panama

  • Average cloud cover in March: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
El Muñoz, Panama

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and April (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August, September, October and November (8km).