March weather forecastMaroteza, Madagascar

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Maroteza, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.8°C (74.8°F) and max 28°C (82.4°F).

Temperature

The unfolding of March shows an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F), indicating a slight variance from February's 28.4°C (83.1°F). Maroteza registers a gentle descent to an average nighttime low of 23.8°C (74.8°F) in March from its daytime highs.

Heat index

The average heat index in March is evaluated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 82%, March is the most humid month in Maroteza.

Rainfall

In Maroteza, in March, it is raining for 21.3 days, with typically 107mm (4.21") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 217.3 rainfall days, and 880mm (34.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of March in Maroteza, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:51 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Maroteza, Madagascar, is 8.3h.

UV index

March through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Maroteza. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in March translates into these instructions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in March, in Maroteza, records 28°C (82.4°F), while the low-temperature is 23.8°C (74.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in March is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).

With an average relative humidity of 82%, March is the most humid month in Maroteza.

The average relative humidity in March in Maroteza, Madagascar, is 82%.

In Maroteza, Madagascar, during March, the rain falls for 21.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 107mm (4.21") of precipitation.

The average day length in March in Maroteza, Madagascar, is 12h and 13min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, in Maroteza, Madagascar, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:51 EAT.

In Maroteza, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.3h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Maroteza are March through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Maroteza, Madagascar

  • Average high temperature in March: 28°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Maroteza, Madagascar

  • Average pressure in March: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Maroteza, Madagascar

  • Average wind speed in March: 12.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11km/h).

Average humidity in March
Maroteza, Madagascar

  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Maroteza, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall in March: 107mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (151mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (24mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Maroteza, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall days in March: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.2 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Maroteza, Madagascar

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Maroteza, Madagascar

  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Maroteza, Madagascar

  • Average UV index in March: 6

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

Average cloud cover in March
Maroteza, Madagascar

  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Maroteza, Madagascar

  • 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).