March weather forecastRoche Terre, Mauritius

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Roche Terre, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature registers at a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), nearly identical to February's 28.6°C (83.5°F). Roche Terre experiences a subtle drop in temperature during the March nights, recording an average of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index for March is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. 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. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital 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

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

Rainfall

In Roche Terre, during March, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 79mm (3.11") of precipitation. In Roche Terre, Mauritius, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 480mm (18.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Roche Terre is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

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

The average high-temperature, in March, in Roche Terre, is 28.3°C (82.9°F), while the average low-temperature is 25.8°C (78.4°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).

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

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

In Roche Terre, Mauritius, in March, it is raining for 20.8 days, with typically 79mm (3.11") of accumulated precipitation.

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

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.

The average sunshine duration in March is 8h.

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

In Roche Terre, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk 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

28.6°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
Roche Terre, 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
Roche Terre, 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
Roche Terre, 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
Roche Terre, 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
Roche Terre, 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
Roche Terre, 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
Roche Terre, 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
Roche Terre, 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
Roche Terre, 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
Roche Terre, 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
Roche Terre, 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).