March weather forecastLos Olivos, Panama

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a hot month in Los Olivos, Panama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.4°C (72.3°F) and an average high of 34.6°C (94.3°F).

Temperature

Los Olivos's March weather, with an average high temperature of 34.6°C (94.3°F) and an average low temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F), tends to be the warmest of the year.

Heat index

In March, the average heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). On guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a potential hazard with continuous physical effort.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising 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.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

March is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 65%.

Rainfall

In Los Olivos, in March, during 7.6 rainfall days, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 269.3 rainfall days, and 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Los Olivos, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:31 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in March interprets into the following advice:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.