March weather forecast
Placetas, Cuba

Seasonal transition is evident through March as the weather conditions progressively lean towards the warmer spectrum. Placetas witnesses a noticeable increase in temperature, heralding the steady arrival of spring’s warmth. In harmony with the escalating temperature, daylight hours also experience growth, reaching their peak in the upcoming months. Adding to the overall ambiance, minimal rainfall accounts for serene sky views. Markedly, March displays a considerable jump in temperature to approximately 27.8°C (82°F).

Temperature

March in Placetas, Cuba, experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.8°C (82°F), barely different from February's 26.8°C (80.2°F). Nighttime temperature in Placetas lowers to an average of 18.9°C (66°F) in March.

Heat index

In March, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

The least humid month in Placetas is March, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

February and March are months with the least rain in Placetas when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of rain.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:22 CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 19:33 CDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 00:00, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 01:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In Placetas, the average sunshine in March is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Placetas is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.