March weather forecast
Afatauri, French Polynesia

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Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a moderately hot month in Afatauri, French Polynesia, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.2°C (79.2°F) and max 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Temperature

March is the warmest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 27.3°C (81.1°F) at the peak and 26.2°C (79.2°F) at the base.

Heat index

The heat index in March is appraised at a tropical 30°C (86°F). If exposure and activity persist, fatigue could ensue, possibly leading to heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. 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.

Humidity

January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Afatauri, in March, during 27.3 rainfall days, 221mm (8.7") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Afatauri, there are 272.6 rainfall days, and 1577mm (62.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Afatauri is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:58 -10.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.1h.

UV index

January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year?

Afatauri's warmest month, March, registers temperatures that range from a high of 27.3°C (81.1°F) to a low of 26.2°C (79.2°F).

What is the average March temperature?

March temperatures in Afatauri vary between a high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and a low-temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Afatauri, in March, during 27.3 rainfall days, 221mm (8.7") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:58 -10.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In Afatauri, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average temperature in March - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average high temperature in March: 27.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (27.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (24.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.5°C).

Average pressure in March
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Average pressure in March - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average pressure in March: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1015.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average wind speed in March - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average wind speed in March: 18.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (25km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (18.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average humidity in March - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August, October and November (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average rainfall in March - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average rainfall in March: 221mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (246mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (40mm).

Average rainfall days in March
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Average rainfall days in March - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average rainfall days in March: 27.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (17.3 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • 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: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average sunshine days in March - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average sunshine days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (9.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average UV index in March - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average cloud cover in March - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in March
Afatauri, French Polynesia

Average visibility in March - Afatauri, French Polynesia
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (9km).

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