March weather forecast
Forest Side, Mauritius

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Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a warm month in Forest Side, Mauritius, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.2°C (77.4°F) and max 28.2°C (82.8°F).

Temperature

As March takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 28.2°C (82.8°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. The March average low temperature in Forest Side, marginally lower than the daytime high, records at a still moderately hot 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Long-lasting exposure and activity potentially induce a sense of weariness, with the risk of heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Forest Side are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Forest Side is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of March in Forest Side, 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.

Sunshine

In Forest Side, 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Forest Side in March?

The high-temperature in Forest Side, 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. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).

What are the most humid months in Forest Side?

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

What is the average humidity in March in Forest Side?

In Forest Side, Mauritius, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Forest Side?

In March, in Forest Side, Mauritius, the rain falls for 23.6 days. Throughout March, 97mm (3.82") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Forest Side have in March?

In Forest Side, Mauritius, the average day length in March is 12h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Forest Side?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, in Forest Side, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:11 +04.

How long on average sun shines in March in Forest Side?

In Forest Side, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Forest Side?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Forest Side, Mauritius.

What is the UV index reading in March in Forest Side?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Forest Side, Mauritius, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Forest Side, Mauritius

Average temperature in March - Forest Side, 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).

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Average pressure in March
Forest Side, Mauritius

Average pressure in March - Forest Side, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Forest Side, Mauritius

Average wind speed in March - Forest Side, 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).

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Average humidity in March
Forest Side, Mauritius

Average humidity in March - Forest Side, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Forest Side, Mauritius

Average rainfall in March - Forest Side, 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).

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Average rainfall days in March
Forest Side, Mauritius

Average rainfall days in March - Forest Side, 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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Forest Side, Mauritius

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Forest Side, Mauritius
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Forest Side, Mauritius

Average sunshine days in March - Forest Side, 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).

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Average UV index in March
Forest Side, Mauritius

Average UV index in March - Forest Side, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Forest Side, Mauritius

Average cloud cover in March - Forest Side, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Forest Side, Mauritius

Average visibility in March - Forest Side, 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).

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Forest Side, Mauritius

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