March weather forecast
Rivière-Salée, Martinique

March

Weather in March

In March, the climate of Rivière-Salée continues to display similar characteristics to the preceding month. Notable changes include a slight decline in minimum temperature and a rise in the amount of rainfall. The days grow longer, offering more daylight for outdoor activities. However, even with a larger prevalence of sunny days, cloud cover and humidity remain fairly constant. Average wind speeds decrease to 23.8km/h (14.8mph), ensuring a calm and serene backdrop for this period.

Temperature

The transition into March notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 27°C (80.6°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 26.8°C (80.2°F) in February. Rivière-Salée maintains a consistent average nighttime low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) throughout March.

Heat index

For March, the heat index is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F). Constant activity during exposure could result in a state of weariness and possibly heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are February and March Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 25mm (0.98") of rain.

Daylight

In Rivière-Salée, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March in Rivière-Salée, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:16 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.4h.

UV index

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. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?
During March, Rivière-Salée experiences an average high-temperature of 27°C (80.6°F) and a low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in March is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the least humid month?
The months with the lowest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 74%.
What is the average humidity in March?
The average relative humidity in March is 74%.
What is the driest month?
February and March are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of rain.
How many days does it rain in March?
In Rivière-Salée, during March, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in March?
In Rivière-Salée, the average day length in March is 12h and 4min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:16 AST.
How many hours of sunshine does Rivière-Salée have in March?
In Rivière-Salée, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.4h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
When is the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in March?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in March - Rivière-Salée, Martinique
Average temperature in March
Rivière-Salée, Martinique
  • Average high temperature in March: 27°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and October (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (24.8°C).

Average pressure in March - Rivière-Salée, Martinique
Average pressure in March
Rivière-Salée, Martinique
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Rivière-Salée, Martinique
Average wind speed in March
Rivière-Salée, Martinique
  • Average wind speed in March: 23.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (26.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (18.6km/h).

Average humidity in March - Rivière-Salée, Martinique
Average humidity in March
Rivière-Salée, Martinique
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (74%).

Average rainfall in March - Rivière-Salée, Martinique
Average rainfall in March
Rivière-Salée, Martinique
  • Average rainfall in March: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (86mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (25mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Rivière-Salée, Martinique
Average rainfall days in March
Rivière-Salée, Martinique
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (17 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rivière-Salée, Martinique
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rivière-Salée, Martinique
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March - Rivière-Salée, Martinique
Average sunshine days in March
Rivière-Salée, Martinique
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (6.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.6 days).

Average UV index in March - Rivière-Salée, Martinique
Average UV index in March
Rivière-Salée, Martinique
  • 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 - Rivière-Salée, Martinique
Average cloud cover in March
Rivière-Salée, Martinique
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March - Rivière-Salée, Martinique
Average visibility in March
Rivière-Salée, Martinique
  • 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).

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