March weather forecastPunta Hermosa, Peru

March

Weather in March

Shifting to March, the weather stays fairly consistent in terms of average temperatures and humidity compared to the previous month. While the temperature does not deviate significantly, a distinct decrease in rainfall is worth noting, resulting in drier days than before. This drop hints at the departure of the rainy season. Punta Hermosa welcomes the high amount of daylight that the month brings. Sea temperatures remain relatively stable, inviting beachgoers to enjoy the waters.

Temperature

The advent of March in Punta Hermosa sees the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 23°C (73.4°F), subtly shifted from February's 23.1°C (73.6°F). March nights reveal a minor deviation from daytime highs, with a mean low-temperature of 20.2°C (68.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Punta Hermosa is 83%.

Rainfall

In Punta Hermosa, during March, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. In Punta Hermosa, Peru, during the entire year, the rain falls for 52 days and collects up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 20.6°C (69.1°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: Swimming in water of 20.6°C (69.1°F) is not enjoyable for the majority of individuals. Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as the temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Punta Hermosa is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of March in Punta Hermosa, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:10 -05.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Punta Hermosa is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Punta Hermosa are January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

Punta Hermosa in March has an average high-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) and an average low-temperature of 20.2°C (68.4°F).

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

In March, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout March, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 20.6°C (69.1°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Punta Hermosa, Peru.

In March, the average sea temperature in Punta Hermosa, Peru, is 20.6°C (69.1°F). Swimming in 20.6°C (69.1°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

The average day length in March in Punta Hermosa, Peru, is 12h and 10min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:10 -05.

In Punta Hermosa, Peru, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.3h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Punta Hermosa, Peru

  • Average high temperature in March: 23°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (18.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (14.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Punta Hermosa, Peru

  • Average pressure in March: 1014.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Punta Hermosa, Peru

  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Punta Hermosa, Peru

  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Punta Hermosa, Peru

  • Average rainfall in March: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (9mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July, August and September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Punta Hermosa, Peru

  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Punta Hermosa, Peru

  • Average sea temperature in March: 20.6°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are February and March (20.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (15.8°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Punta Hermosa, Peru

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Punta Hermosa, Peru

  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (26.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Punta Hermosa, Peru

  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Punta Hermosa, Peru

  • Average cloud cover in March: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in March
Punta Hermosa, Peru

  • 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).