March weather forecastGros Cailloux, Mauritius

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Gros Cailloux, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.8°C (78.4°F) and an average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

The advent of March signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), aligning closely with February. In March, Gros Cailloux's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a slight decrease, stabilizing at an average of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in March is computed to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gros Cailloux, in March, during 20.8 rainfall days, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gros Cailloux, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 480mm (18.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:11 +04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8h.

UV index

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. 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. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

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

In March, in Gros Cailloux, the average high-temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.8°C (78.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in March is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

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

In Gros Cailloux, Mauritius, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

In Gros Cailloux, Mauritius, in March, during 20.8 rainfall days, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Gros Cailloux, Mauritius, the average day length in March is 12h and 12min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, in Gros Cailloux, Mauritius, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:11 +04.

The average sunshine duration in March is 8h.

The months with the highest UV index in Gros Cailloux, Mauritius, are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Gros Cailloux is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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

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March

Apr

Average high temperature

28.6°C

28.3°C

27.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

18km/h

19.5km/h

20.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

5.2

7.3

8.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Gros Cailloux, Mauritius

Average high temperature in March: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (23.5°C).

Average low temperature in March: 25.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.3°C).

Average pressure in March
Gros Cailloux, Mauritius

Average pressure in March: 1012.3mbar

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
Gros Cailloux, Mauritius

Average wind speed in March: 18.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (23.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (17.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Gros Cailloux, 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
Gros Cailloux, Mauritius

Average rainfall in March: 79mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (8mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Gros Cailloux, Mauritius

Average rainfall days in March: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gros Cailloux, 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: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gros Cailloux, Mauritius

Average sunshine days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Gros Cailloux, Mauritius

Average UV index in March: 7

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

Average cloud cover in March
Gros Cailloux, Mauritius

Average cloud cover in March: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Gros Cailloux, 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).