March weather forecast
Esperanza, Belize

Changes in March's weather conditions are more marked, manifesting in the rise in temperatures to 30.1°C (86.2°F). A notable dip in relative humidity makes this an agreeable month for outdoor activities, with expectations of clear skies and visibility up to 6 kilometers. Despite losing some daylight hours to cloud cover, the sun commands presence for a commendable eight hours a day. The end of March witnesses the wind's speed escalating to reach 6.1km/h (3.8mph), a fitting metaphor for the transition into spring.

Temperature

The advent of March in Esperanza brings an average high-temperature of a hot 30.1°C (86.2°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Nighttime temperatures in Esperanza hover around an average low of 18.2°C (64.8°F) in March.

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Esperanza is March, when the rain falls for 11.2 days and typically collects 13mm (0.51") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Esperanza is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:09 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Esperanza is 8.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Esperanza is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during March translates into the following guidance:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.