March weather forecastPlaisance, Mauritius

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a moderately hot month in Plaisance, Mauritius, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.2°C (77.4°F) and max 28.2°C (82.8°F).

Temperature

Plaisance experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still moderately hot 28.2°C (82.8°F) with the onset of March, maintaining near parity with February's 28.5°C (83.3°F). Plaisance consistently logs a low temperature averaging a still warm 25.2°C (77.4°F) during March, a modest drop from daytime temperatures.

Heat index

March's average heat index is appraised at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). When exposure and activity are sustained, they could induce fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are quite important 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 Plaisance are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 23.6 days. Throughout March, 97mm (3.82") of precipitation is accumulated. In Plaisance, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.3 days and collects up to 645mm (25.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Plaisance, the average length of the day in March 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 06:17 and sunset at 18:11 +04.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Plaisance is 7.9h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

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

In March, in Plaisance, the average high-temperature is 28.2°C (82.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.2°C (77.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in March is appraised at 32°C (89.6°F).

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

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

In Plaisance, in March, during 23.6 rainfall days, 97mm (3.82") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in March in Plaisance, Mauritius, is 12h and 12min.

On the first day of March in Plaisance, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:11 +04.

The average sunshine duration in March in Plaisance is 7.9h.

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

In Plaisance, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to 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
Plaisance, 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
Plaisance, 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
Plaisance, 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
Plaisance, 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
Plaisance, 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
Plaisance, 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
Plaisance, 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
Plaisance, 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
Plaisance, 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
Plaisance, 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
Plaisance, 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).