March weather forecastTumbes, Peru

March

Weather in March

Heading into March, the relative humidity remains constant at 80%, as the weather in Tumbes, Peru continues its warm, wet conditions. However, a minor drop in rainfall to 132mm (5.2") signifies a decrease in stormy days. However, the sea shows a slight drop in temperature to 25.1°C (77.2°F), not significantly affecting beach activities. Closing the month, residents and tourists can bask in approximately 12.1 hours of daylight.

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 28°C (82.4°F) and lows of 23.7°C (74.7°F), March is the warmest month.

Heat index

The heat index for March is estimated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Tumbes.

Rainfall

In March, in Tumbes, the rain falls for 26.1 days. Throughout March, 132mm (5.2") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.6 rainfall days, and 426mm (16.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Tumbes, the average seawater temperature in March is 25.1°C (77.2°F).
Note: Water temperature ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is considered very warm and pleasing for everyone. It allows for enjoyable water activities over extended periods without discomfort.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Tumbes is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of March, in Tumbes, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:27 -05.

Sunshine

In Tumbes, the average sunshine in March is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Tumbes are January, March and April, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in March translates into this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Notice! The Sun's UV exposure elevates with sand and water reflections.

Updated: Jan 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Tumbes's warmest month, March, registers temperatures that range from a high of 28°C (82.4°F) to a low of 23.7°C (74.7°F).

In Tumbes, 28°C (82.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 23.7°C (74.7°F) is the average low-temperature during March. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Tumbes are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

In March, the average relative humidity in Tumbes, Peru, is 80%.

In Tumbes, during March, the rain falls for 26.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 132mm (5.2") of precipitation.

In Tumbes, the average seawater temperature in March is 25.1°C (77.2°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

In March, the average day length in Tumbes, Peru, is 12h and 8min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:27 -05.

In Tumbes, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.3h.

January, March and April, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In Tumbes, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

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March

Apr

Average high temperature

27.9°C

28°C

27.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.5km/h

10.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

25.7

26.1

21.3

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

1.1

1.6

5.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Tumbes, Peru

Average high temperature in March: 28°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (25.1°C).

Average low temperature in March: 23.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Tumbes, Peru

Average pressure in March: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1012.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Tumbes, Peru

Average wind speed in March: 8.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and April (8.8km/h).

Average humidity in March
Tumbes, Peru

Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Tumbes, Peru

Average rainfall in March: 132mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (135mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Tumbes, Peru

Average rainfall days in March: 26.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (26.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.9 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Tumbes, Peru

Average sea temperature in March: 25.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (22.1°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Tumbes, Peru

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Tumbes, Peru

Average sunshine days in March: 1.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (1.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Tumbes, Peru

Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, March and April (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Tumbes, Peru

Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in March
Tumbes, Peru

Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (9km).