March weather - Autumn 2024

Weather in March
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Average rainfall in March
Average rainfall days in March
Average sea temperature in March
Average daylight in March
Average sunshine in March
Average UV index in March

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Suva, is still a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 23°C (73.4°F) and 29°C (84.2°F).

Temperature

Suva's warmest season falls during January through April and December, averaging a high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22 days and accumulates 368mm (14.49") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

March is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).
Note: For engaging in any water activities, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are viewed as outstanding and exceptionally pleasing for prolonged durations.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Suva is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:08 +12.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Suva, Fiji, are March, April, July through October, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 12 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure every key safety measure. People with light skin might sustain burns in fewer than 5 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Prompt application of a broad-spectrum sunscreen, SPF 30+, is necessary after a swim or an outdoor workout and it should be re-applied every two hours. Be on guard! The reflective nature of sand and water boosts UV exposure.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Suva?

In Suva, the months of January through April and December are known for the peak temperatures, reaching an average high of 29°C (84.2°F).

How hot does it get in Suva in March?

In Suva, 29°C (84.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 23°C (73.4°F) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the rainiest month in Suva?

March is the month with the most rainfall in Suva. Rain falls for 22 days and accumulates 368mm (14.49") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March in Suva?

In Suva, during March, the rain falls for 22 days and regularly aggregates up to 368mm (14.49") of precipitation.

What month is the sea warmest in Suva?

March is the month with the warmest seawater in Suva, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).

How warm is the water in March in Suva?

In March, the average sea temperature in Suva, Fiji, is 29°C (84.2°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Suva have in March?

The average day length in March in Suva is 12h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Suva?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, in Suva, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:08 +12.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Suva?

March, April, July through October, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Suva, Fiji.

How many hours of sunshine does Suva have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Suva, Fiji, is 5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Suva?

The months with the highest UV index in Suva, Fiji, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

What is the UV index reading in March in Suva?

In Suva, Fiji, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Average temperature in March
Suva, Fiji

Average high temperature in March: 29°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, February, March, April and December (29°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (26°C).

Average low temperature in March: 23°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January, February, March, April and December (23°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (20°C).

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Average rainfall in March
Suva, Fiji

Average rainfall in March: 368mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (368mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (125mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Suva, Fiji

Average rainfall days in March: 22 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (22 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September, October, November and December (17 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Suva, Fiji

Average sea temperature in March: 29°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (25°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Suva, Fiji

Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

Average sunshine in March: 5h

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, May, June, November and December (Average sunshine: 6h).
The months with the least sunshine are March, April, July, August, September and October (Average sunshine: 5h).

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Average UV index in March
Suva, Fiji

Average UV index in March: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).

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March weather forecast
Suva, Fiji

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