March weather forecastLas Pinas, Philippines

Weather in March

March signifies the full onset of the dry and hot season in Las Pinas. The month is marked by a significant increase in temperature from the previous months. The climatic feature that stands out most in March is the rainfall, with only 3mm (0.12") seen throughout the month. While March can be seen as a transition month, it lean more towards the warmer months that follow. One would wisely take note of this pattern to prepare for the hotter months coming up.

Temperature

The dawn of March in Las Pinas sees an average high-temperature of a hot 30.9°C (87.6°F), subtly contrasting with February's 29.6°C (85.3°F). March brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

March's average heat index is evaluated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Las Pinas is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, in Las Pinas, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated. In Las Pinas, Philippines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.2 days and collects up to 290mm (11.42") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 6:04 pm. On the last day of March, in Las Pinas, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 6:08 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.