March weather forecast
Mazatenango, Guatemala

The weather volatiles further in Mazatenango during March. Overcoming February's slightly warm trend, March observes a rise in the maximum temperature, hitting 31.5°C (88.7°F), marking the arrival of a hotter phase. The rainfall instance demonstrates a significant jump, with more wet days compared to the previous months. Longer daylight hours signify the nearing of the Equinox, while the relative humidity remains consistent. Despite increased precipitations, the city enjoys substantial sunshine complementing the primavera.

Temperature

March stands out as Mazatenango's warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low-temperature of 18.9°C (66°F).

Heat index

For March, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 59%, are the least humid months in Mazatenango, Guatemala.

Rainfall

In March, in Mazatenango, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout March, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mazatenango, during the entire year, the rain falls for 222.8 days and collects up to 1491mm (58.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mazatenango, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Mazatenango, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:18 CST.

Sunshine

In Mazatenango, the average sunshine in March is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index in Mazatenango are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in March translates into these instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.