March weather forecastGatun, Panama

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a warm month in Gatun, Panama, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.9°C (76.8°F) and max 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

The advent of March brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Consistently, Gatun reports average nighttime temperatures of 24.9°C (76.8°F) during March, a marginal step down from its daytime highs.

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, March is the least humid month in Gatun, Panama.

Rainfall

In March, in Gatun, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout March, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 266.8 rainfall days, and 1014mm (39.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gatun, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Gatun, 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

In Gatun, the average sunshine in March is 8h.

UV index

January through September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Gatun, Panama. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

In Gatun, in March, the average high-temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 24.9°C (76.8°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

The least humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

The average relative humidity in March in Gatun, Panama, is 80%.

In Gatun, Panama, in March, during 16.5 rainfall days, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, 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.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Gatun is 8h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in March: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (29.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (24.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Gatun, Panama

  • Average pressure in March: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1011.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1009.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Gatun, Panama

  • Average wind speed in March: 15.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Gatun, Panama

  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).

Average rainfall in March
Gatun, Panama

  • Average rainfall in March: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (144mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Gatun, Panama

  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.2 days).

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

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gatun, Panama

  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Gatun, Panama

  • Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
Gatun, Panama

  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in March
Gatun, Panama

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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