March weather forecastKhoyratty, Mauritius

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a moderately hot month in Khoyratty, Mauritius, with an average temperature varying between 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

The transition into March shows a subtle variation to a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F) from February's 28.6°C (83.5°F) in the average high-temperature. The nighttime temperature demonstrates a marginal decline, averaging at a still moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F) during March.

Heat index

During March, the heat index is appraised at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical 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

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

Rainfall

In Khoyratty, during March, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 79mm (3.11") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Khoyratty, there are 177.1 rainfall days, and 480mm (18.9") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Khoyratty is 12h and 12min.
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 Khoyratty, the average sunshine in March is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Khoyratty are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

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

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Khoyratty, Mauritius, during March are 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 25.8°C (78.4°F) respectively. In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

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

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

In Khoyratty, Mauritius, during March, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 79mm (3.11") of precipitation.

In March, the average day length in Khoyratty is 12h and 12min.

On the first day of March in Khoyratty, 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 in Khoyratty is 8h.

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

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

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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
Khoyratty, 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
Khoyratty, 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
Khoyratty, 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
Khoyratty, 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
Khoyratty, 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
Khoyratty, 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
Khoyratty, 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
Khoyratty, 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
Khoyratty, 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
Khoyratty, 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
Khoyratty, 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).