March weather forecastHighlands, Mauritius

March

Weather in March

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

Temperature

The advent of March brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.2°C (82.8°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. Throughout March, Highlands's nights experience a slight temperature dip to a still warm 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index for March is computed to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Highlands, in March, it is raining for 23.6 days, with typically 97mm (3.82") of accumulated precipitation. In Highlands, Mauritius, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.3 days and collects up to 645mm (25.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Highlands is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of March, 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 Highlands, Mauritius, the average sunshine in March is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Highlands 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Updated: Feb 7, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

In Highlands, in March, the average high-temperature is 28.2°C (82.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.2°C (77.4°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

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

In March, the average relative humidity in Highlands is 78%.

In Highlands, during March, the rain falls for 23.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 97mm (3.82") of precipitation.

The average day length in March in Highlands is 12h and 13min.

On the first day of March in Highlands, 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.

In Highlands, Mauritius, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.9h.

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

In Highlands, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat 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
Highlands, 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
Highlands, 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
Highlands, 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
Highlands, 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
Highlands, 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
Highlands, 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
Highlands, 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
Highlands, 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
Highlands, 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
Highlands, 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
Highlands, 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).