March weather forecastMamoudzou, Mayotte

Water splashing onto the brown sandy beach of Virgen Boueni in Mamoudzou, Mayotte

March

Weather in March

March heralds a significant decrease in rainfall and cloudy days compared to January and February. As the year progresses in Mamoudzou, weather conditions begin to stabilize and become more predictable. There is a slight decrease in the average low temperature, dropping to 22°C (71.6°F), replacing the fight against rainfall, with a refreshing coolness in the evening. Sun-seekers will appreciate the increase in sunshine hours and lower rainfall, ideal conditions for outdoor pursuits.

Temperature

January through May, November and December represent the warmest period in Mamoudzou, with an average high-temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).

Rainfall

In March, in Mamoudzou, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout March, 189mm (7.44") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 124 rainfall days, and 1425mm (56.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The months with the warmest seawater in Mamoudzou are January through April, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).
Note: Water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as highly pleasant, making all water activities enjoyable without any discomfort over long durations.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of March in Mamoudzou, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:02 EAT.

Sunshine

January through March, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Mamoudzou.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 12 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure all key precautions. Defense against sun exposure is critical. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Despite the clouds, sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 should be used liberally and reapplied frequently, especially after a swim or outdoor workout. Be alert! The reflection of water and sand augments UV radiation intensity.

Updated: Feb 6, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January through May, November and December are known as Mamoudzou's warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).

The high-temperature, in March, in Mamoudzou, is 28°C (82.4°F), while the low-temperature averages to 23°C (73.4°F).

In March, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout March, 189mm (7.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

January through April, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater.

In March, the average sea temperature is 29°C (84.2°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

The average day length in March in Mamoudzou is 12h and 10min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:02 EAT.

The months with the least sunshine are January through March, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

In Mamoudzou, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in March
Mamoudzou, Mayotte

Average high temperature in March: 28°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (28°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June, July, August and September (26°C).

Average low temperature in March: 23°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January, February and March (23°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (19°C).

Average rainfall in March
Mamoudzou, Mayotte

Average rainfall in March: 189mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (312mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (30mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Mamoudzou, Mayotte

Average rainfall days in March: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Mamoudzou, Mayotte

Average sea temperature in March: 29°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (26°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mamoudzou, Mayotte

Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

Average sunshine in March: 7h

The months with the most sunshine are August, September, October and November (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and March (Average sunshine: 7h).

Average UV index in March
Mamoudzou, Mayotte

Average UV index in March: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).