March weather forecastBasse Terre, Guadeloupe

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March

Weather in March

As March rolls around in Basse Terre, Guadeloupe, we find a continued cooling trend in temperatures, dropping from February's heat. The month's temperature ranges from 24.9°C (76.8°F) to 26.3°C (79.3°F), with the lowest temperature observed so far this year. Despite the cooler temperatures, the relative humidity persists at 75%, indicating a comfortably maintained moisture level in the air. March's weather sets the stage for the forthcoming heat from the subsequent months. The scenario of relative coolness and persistent humidity makes this period a distinct window in the year’s weather pattern.

Temperature

March is the month when Basse Terre sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and a low of 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout March, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated. In Basse Terre, during the entire year, the rain falls for 261.2 days and collects up to 839mm (33.03") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature is 26.9°C (80.4°F).
Note: Water surface temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are considered optimal and extremely delightful for long-lasting pleasure in any water activity.

Daylight

In Basse Terre, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:19 AST.

Sunshine

In Basse Terre, the average sunshine in March is 8.5h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Basse Terre. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take note! The UV strength of the Sun elevates when reflected off water and sand.

Frequently asked questions

Basse Terre's March weather, with an average high temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and an average low temperature of 24.9°C (76.8°F), tends to be the coldest of the year.

The average high-temperature, in March, in Basse Terre, is 26.3°C (79.3°F), while the average low-temperature is 24.9°C (76.8°F).

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

In Basse Terre, in March, during 16.9 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Basse Terre, the average seawater temperature in March is 26.9°C (80.4°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.

The average day length in March is 12h and 4min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:19 AST.

The average sunshine duration in March in Basse Terre is 8.5h.

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

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Basse Terre is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

  • Average high temperature in March: 26.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (24.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

  • Average pressure in March: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

  • Average wind speed in March: 22.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (24km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (18.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, July, August and November (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

  • Average rainfall in March: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (119mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (31mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (16.9 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

  • Average sea temperature in March: 26.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (26.7°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

  • Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

  • 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).