March weather forecastMon Desert, Mauritius

March

Weather in March

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

Temperature

March's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), slightly deviating from February's 28.6°C (83.5°F). In Mon Desert, the average low-temperature during March nights tends to settle at a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F), indicating a slight drop from the daytime peak.

Heat index

In March, the average heat index is computed to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Mon Desert, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of March, in Mon Desert, Mauritius, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:10 +04.

Sunshine

In Mon Desert, 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 in Mon Desert. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

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

In Mon Desert, in March, the average high-temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.8°C (78.4°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

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

The average relative humidity in March in Mon Desert, Mauritius, is 78%.

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

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

On the first day of March in Mon Desert, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:10 +04.

In Mon Desert, Mauritius, the average sunshine duration in March is 8h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Mon Desert is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from 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

28.6°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
Mon Desert, 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
Mon Desert, 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
Mon Desert, 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
Mon Desert, 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
Mon Desert, 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
Mon Desert, 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
Mon Desert, 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
Mon Desert, 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
Mon Desert, 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
Mon Desert, 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
Mon Desert, 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).