March weather forecastPlein Bois, Mauritius

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Plein Bois, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.9°C (82.2°F) and min 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Temperature

March welcomes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.9°C (82.2°F), not much different from the preceding month. March records a small disparity from daytime temperatures, marking an average low-temperature of 25.9°C (78.6°F) in Plein Bois.

Heat index

March's average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, in Plein Bois, the rain falls for 21.8 days. Throughout March, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 200.8 rainfall days, and 550mm (21.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Plein Bois, Mauritius, is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of March, in Plein Bois, Mauritius, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:10 +04.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

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

In Plein Bois, in March, the average high-temperature is 27.9°C (82.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°C (78.6°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

In Plein Bois, Mauritius, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

In March, in Plein Bois, Mauritius, the rain falls for 21.8 days. Throughout March, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, 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 18:10 +04.

In Plein Bois, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.9h.

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 Plein Bois is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents 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

28.2°C

27.9°C

27.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

18.8km/h

20.3km/h

21.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

6.4

9.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

44%

45%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in March
Plein Bois, Mauritius

Average high temperature in March: 27.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (22.9°C).

Average low temperature in March: 25.9°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
Plein Bois, Mauritius

Average pressure in March: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Plein Bois, Mauritius

Average wind speed in March: 19.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (24.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (17.7km/h).

Average humidity in March
Plein Bois, Mauritius

Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Plein Bois, Mauritius

Average rainfall in March: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (105mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (14mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Plein Bois, Mauritius

Average rainfall days in March: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Plein Bois, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Plein Bois, Mauritius

Average sunshine days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4 days).

Average UV index in March
Plein Bois, 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
Plein Bois, Mauritius

Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in March
Plein Bois, 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).