March weather forecastLes Casernes, Mauritius

March

Weather in March

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

Temperature

March's average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 28.2°C (82.8°F), showing little deviation from February's 28.5°C (83.3°F). Les Casernes, during March nights, observes a steady temperature, averaging at a still warm 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is calculated to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Persistently participating in activities during exposure may lead to fatigue and induce heat cramps.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Les Casernes 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

The average sunshine in March in Les Casernes, Mauritius, is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Les Casernes 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during March translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

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

In Les Casernes, 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. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

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

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

In Les Casernes, Mauritius, in March, it is raining for 23.6 days, with typically 97mm (3.82") of accumulated precipitation.

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

On the first day of March in Les Casernes, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

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

In Les Casernes, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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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
Les Casernes, 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
Les Casernes, 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
Les Casernes, 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
Les Casernes, 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
Les Casernes, 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
Les Casernes, 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
Les Casernes, 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
Les Casernes, 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
Les Casernes, 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
Les Casernes, 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
Les Casernes, 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).