March weather forecastGamboa, Panama

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Gamboa, is still a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°C (75°F) and 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

Gamboa experiences its warmest period in March and April, averaging a high-temperature of 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Heat index

In March, the heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Gamboa, in March, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 23mm (0.91") of accumulated precipitation. In Gamboa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 282 days and collects up to 1912mm (75.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.