March weather forecastLas Sabanas, Panama

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a hot month in Las Sabanas, Panama, with an average temperature varying between 32°C (89.6°F) and 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Temperature

As March takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still hot 32°C (89.6°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. March brings Las Sabanas a consistent average low-temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in March is appraised at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Las Sabanas, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation. In Las Sabanas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 247.4 days and collects up to 1423mm (56.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Las Sabanas, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:32 EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

January through June, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Las Sabanas. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in March interprets into the following advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.