March weather forecast
Petit Raffray, Mauritius

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Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a warm month in Petit Raffray, Mauritius, with an average temperature varying between 25.8°C (78.4°F) and 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

Shifting into March, Petit Raffray records an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. Nights in March cool down in Petit Raffray, indicating a minor disparity from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

March's mean heat index is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. 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 months with the highest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Petit Raffray, during March, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 79mm (3.11") of precipitation. In Petit Raffray, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 480mm (18.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Petit Raffray, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of March, in Petit Raffray, Mauritius, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:10 +04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Petit Raffray, Mauritius, are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Petit Raffray in March?

In March, in Petit Raffray, the average high-temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.8°C (78.4°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the most humid month in Petit Raffray?

The months with the highest humidity in Petit Raffray are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in March in Petit Raffray?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Petit Raffray?

In Petit Raffray, during March, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 79mm (3.11") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Petit Raffray have in March?

In March, the average day length in Petit Raffray, Mauritius, is 12h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Petit Raffray?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:10 +04.

How long on average sun shines in March in Petit Raffray?

The average sunshine duration in March in Petit Raffray, Mauritius, is 8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Petit Raffray?

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Petit Raffray.

How high is the UV index in March in Petit Raffray?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Petit Raffray is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Petit Raffray, Mauritius

Average temperature in March - Petit Raffray, Mauritius
  • Average high temperature in March: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (23.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.3°C).

Average pressure in March
Petit Raffray, Mauritius

Average pressure in March - Petit Raffray, Mauritius
  • Average pressure in March: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Petit Raffray, Mauritius

Average wind speed in March - Petit Raffray, Mauritius
  • Average wind speed in March: 18.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (23.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (17.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Petit Raffray, Mauritius

Average humidity in March - Petit Raffray, Mauritius
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Petit Raffray, Mauritius

Average rainfall in March - Petit Raffray, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall in March: 79mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (8mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Petit Raffray, Mauritius

Average rainfall days in March - Petit Raffray, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Petit Raffray, Mauritius

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Petit Raffray, Mauritius
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Petit Raffray, Mauritius

Average sunshine days in March - Petit Raffray, Mauritius
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Petit Raffray, Mauritius

Average UV index in March - Petit Raffray, Mauritius
  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Petit Raffray, Mauritius

Average cloud cover in March - Petit Raffray, Mauritius
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Petit Raffray, Mauritius

Average visibility in March - Petit Raffray, Mauritius
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Petit Raffray, Mauritius

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