March weather forecast
Penonome, Panama

March heralds a subtle transition into the hotter months in Penonome, Panama. The small differences from the previous month are primarily in the increment in hours of daylight thus are very unnoticeable. Weather conditions, outside of occasional rains, remain conducive to outdoor activities throughout the entire month. Temperatures range from a maximum of 32°C (89.6°F) to a minimum of 22.9°C (73.2°F), while the amount of rainfall undergoes an almost negligible increase to 8mm (0.31").

Temperature

The advent of March in Penonome observes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F), nearly identical to February's 31.3°C (88.3°F). In March, the average low-temperature in Penonome records at an agreeable 22.9°C (73.2°F) during the nights.

Heat index

The heat index value during March is appraised at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, March is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Penonome, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Penonome, Panama, there are 247.4 rainfall days, and 1423mm (56.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:31 EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Penonome is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.