March weather forecastVuillemin, Mauritius

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Vuillemin, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.2°C (82.8°F) and 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Temperature

The onset of March manifests an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.2°C (82.8°F), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. In Vuillemin, March is characterized by an average low-temperature of 25.2°C (77.4°F), indicating a minor drop from daytime highs.

Heat index

The heat index in March is computed to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). If activity and exposure persist, they could induce fatigue, leading to possible heat cramps.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Vuillemin, in March, it is raining for 23.6 days, with typically 97mm (3.82") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Vuillemin, there are 207.3 rainfall days, and 645mm (25.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Vuillemin, Mauritius, 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 Vuillemin, the average sunshine in March 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 in Vuillemin. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in March leads to these recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer 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. 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

March temperatures in Vuillemin, Mauritius, vary between a high-temperature of 28.2°C (82.8°F) and a low-temperature of 25.2°C (77.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in March is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

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

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

In March, in Vuillemin, Mauritius, the rain falls for 23.6 days. Throughout March, 97mm (3.82") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in March 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, in Vuillemin, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:11 +04.

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

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

In Vuillemin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health 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

28.5°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
Vuillemin, 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
Vuillemin, 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
Vuillemin, 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
Vuillemin, 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
Vuillemin, 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
Vuillemin, 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
Vuillemin, 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
Vuillemin, 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
Vuillemin, 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
Vuillemin, 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
Vuillemin, 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).