March weather forecastAtuona, French Polynesia

March

Weather in March

The weather warms a tad more in March, a season that also marks the highest rainfall at 137mm (5.39"). This rain increase follows an interesting pattern, coming after the dip in February. Around town, daylight hours shrink marginally, a hardly noticeable change. Despite these showers, you can still enjoy beach outings in Atuona since the sea remains warm. Pack an umbrella and make a point of including indoor activities in your itinerary.

Temperature

Atuona's highest average temperatures are recorded in February through April, reaching a high of 31°C (87.8°F).

Rainfall

In Atuona, during March, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 137mm (5.39") of precipitation. In Atuona, French Polynesia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121 days and collects up to 1293mm (50.91") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The months with the warmest seawater are March through May, with an average sea temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F).
Note: Water temperature ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is recognized as warm and pleasant by all, making water activities comfortable and delightful for long durations.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of March, in Atuona, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:50 -0930.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Atuona. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 12 translates into the following recommendations:
Put into action all important safeguards, unprotected skin may burn swiftly. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Even under cloud cover, use sunscreen with at least an SPF 30 generously and reapply frequently post every swim or outdoor exercise. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation is accentuated by reflecting off sand and water.

Updated: Feb 1, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Atuona experiences peak temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F) during February through April.

The high-temperature in Atuona, French Polynesia, during March is 31°C (87.8°F) and the low-temperature is 24°C (75.2°F).

In March, in Atuona, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout March, 137mm (5.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

March through May, with an average sea temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Atuona, French Polynesia.

In Atuona, French Polynesia, the average seawater temperature in March is 28.3°C (82.9°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

In Atuona, French Polynesia, the average day length in March is 12h and 9min.

On the first day of March in Atuona, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:50 -0930.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Atuona, French Polynesia, is 7h.

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Atuona, French Polynesia.

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

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Average temperature in March
Atuona, French Polynesia

Average high temperature in March: 31°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February, March and April (31°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28°C).

Average low temperature in March: 24°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February, March, April and May (24°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (23°C).

Average rainfall in March
Atuona, French Polynesia

Average rainfall in March: 137mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (175mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (66mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Atuona, French Polynesia

Average rainfall days in March: 17 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and March (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, August, September and October (6 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Atuona, French Polynesia

Average sea temperature in March: 28.3°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are March, April and May (28.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (27.1°C).

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

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

Average sunshine in March: 7h

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 8h).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in March
Atuona, French Polynesia

Average UV index in March: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 9).