March continues the weather patterns established in
February with a dip in the temperatures from 31.9°C (89.4°F) to 30.8°C (87.4°F). While the tropical climate subsides a bit, it's not by much, renderring March a fairly warm and humid month. Avowedly, the rain continues to present itself frequently in both daytime and night periods. This combination of continued rainfall and balmy weather form distinctive weather characteristics for March in
Villarrica.
Temperature
March commences in Villarrica with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), showing little deviation from February's 31.9°C (89.4°F). March nights in Villarrica cool down to an average low-temperature of 19.7°C (67.5°F).
Heat index
March's mean heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Villarrica is 76%.
Rainfall
In Villarrica, during March, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 155mm (6.1") of precipitation. In Villarrica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107 days and collects up to 1637mm (64.45") of precipitation.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 19:15 -03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:44 -04.
Note: On Sunday, 24. March 2024, at 00:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from -03 to -04. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 06.
October 2024, at 00:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from -04 to -03.