March weather forecastSaint-Antoine, Mauritius

March

Weather in March

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

Temperature

With March's arrival, Saint-Antoine's weather records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), marking little difference from February's 28.6°C (83.5°F). Saint-Antoine's nighttime average temperature in March drops marginally from the daytime highs, settling at a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for March is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. 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

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

Rainfall

In Saint-Antoine, in March, it is raining for 20.8 days, with typically 79mm (3.11") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 177.1 rainfall days, and 480mm (18.9") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day 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 06:16 and sunset at 18:10 +04.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Saint-Antoine 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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

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

The high-temperature, in March, in Saint-Antoine, records 28.3°C (82.9°F), while the low-temperature is 25.8°C (78.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in March is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

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

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

In Saint-Antoine, during March, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 79mm (3.11") of precipitation.

In March, the average day length 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 06:16 and sunset at 18:10 +04.

In Saint-Antoine, 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 is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe 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
Saint-Antoine, 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
Saint-Antoine, 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
Saint-Antoine, 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
Saint-Antoine, 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
Saint-Antoine, 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
Saint-Antoine, 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
Saint-Antoine, 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
Saint-Antoine, 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
Saint-Antoine, 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
Saint-Antoine, 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
Saint-Antoine, 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).