March weather forecastLas Lomas, Panama

Weather in March

The weather in March continues the ascending trend from February, with marginally higher temperatures. The meteorological data indicates marked rainfall of 9mm (0.35") prevailing over an average of 8.3 days in Las Lomas, Panama. A major shift towards spring is visible with slightly increased humidity and daylight hours. The wind speed lowers a tad, and the city sees an increased UV index which translates to more sunshine. The end of March ushers in a sense of change and expectancy as summer starts knocking on the door.

Temperature

March is the month when Las Lomas experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 32.3°C (90.1°F) and a low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

March is the least humid month in Las Lomas, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically collects 9mm (0.35") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Las Lomas is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Las Lomas, Panama, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:39 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.6h.

UV index

January through June and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Las Lomas. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in March translates into the following instructions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.