March weather forecastMayapa, Philippines

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mayapa, is a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 30.1°C (86.2°F) and 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

As Mayapa transitions from February to March, the average high-temperatures adjust to a tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F), nearly the same as the previous 28.6°C (83.5°F). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) is expected.

Heat index

The average heat index in March is estimated at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Mayapa, in March, during 11.9 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mayapa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 216.4 days and collects up to 476mm (18.74") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 6:03 pm. On the last day of March, in Mayapa, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 6:07 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Mayapa, the average sunshine in March is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through July, September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.