March weather forecastBonne Terre, Mauritius

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Bonne Terre, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.2°C (77.4°F) and 28.2°C (82.8°F).

Temperature

March brings a marginal elevation to a still moderately hot 28.2°C (82.8°F) from February's 28.5°C (83.3°F) in Bonne Terre's average high-temperatures. An average temperature of 25.2°C (77.4°F) is logged during the nights of March in Bonne Terre, Mauritius, a small step down from daytime highs.

Heat index

For March, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Bonne Terre, during March, the rain falls for 23.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 97mm (3.82") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bonne Terre, there are 207.3 rainfall days, and 645mm (25.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:11 +04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Updated: Feb 7, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Bonne Terre, Mauritius, during March is 28.2°C (82.8°F) and the low-temperature is 25.2°C (77.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in March is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Bonne Terre, Mauritius.

The average relative humidity in March in Bonne Terre is 78%.

In Bonne Terre, Mauritius, in March, during 23.6 rainfall days, 97mm (3.82") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Bonne Terre, the average day length in March is 12h and 13min.

On the first day of March in Bonne Terre, Mauritius, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:11 +04.

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.9h.

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

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Bonne Terre, Mauritius, is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

28.5°C

28.2°C

27.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.4km/h

18.9km/h

19.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

3.2

4.3

5.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

44%

45%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in March
Bonne Terre, Mauritius

Average high temperature in March: 28.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (23.3°C).

Average low temperature in March: 25.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.7°C).

Average pressure in March
Bonne Terre, Mauritius

Average pressure in March: 1012.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Bonne Terre, Mauritius

Average wind speed in March: 18.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (22.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (16.4km/h).

Average humidity in March
Bonne Terre, Mauritius

Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Bonne Terre, Mauritius

Average rainfall in March: 97mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (129mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (12mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Bonne Terre, Mauritius

Average rainfall days in March: 23.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (12.2 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bonne Terre, Mauritius

Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

Average sunshine in March: 7h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bonne Terre, Mauritius

Average sunshine days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (11.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Bonne Terre, Mauritius

Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
Bonne Terre, Mauritius

Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Bonne Terre, Mauritius

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).