March weather forecastMare, New Caledonia

March

Weather in March

Following the trend set in the earlier months, the rainfall in March continues to rise, peaking at 231mm (9.09"). Despite a slight reduction in daily sunlight to 12.2 hours, temperatures remain evenly distributed between land and sea, making it inviting for indoor and outdoor activities. Reduction in summer heat is slowly ushered into the season, setting a stable weather pattern. The slight increase in rainfall and decrease in temperature make March a transition month from summer to autumn.

Temperature

The arrival of March in Mare denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a still warm 28°C (82.4°F) from February's 29°C (84.2°F). Throughout March, the temperature in Mare tends to fall to a consistent average low of 22°C (71.6°F).

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20 days and accumulates 231mm (9.09") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January through April, with an average sea temperature of 27°C (80.6°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: For any water activity, the surface water temperatures in the range of 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed excellent and incredibly pleasant for longer durations.

Daylight

In Mare, New Caledonia, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of March in Mare, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:49 +11.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Mare is 6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 during March translates into the following directions:
Put into action all important safeguards, unprotected skin may burn swiftly. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. After a swim or outdoor exercise, one should liberally reapply broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 30 or higher. Caution! The Sun's UV intensity grows with reflections off sand and water.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In March, in Mare, the average high-temperature is 28°C (82.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 22°C (71.6°F).

The month with the most rainfall in Mare is March, when the rain falls for 20 days and typically aggregates up to 231mm (9.09") of precipitation.

In Mare, during March, the rain falls for 20 days and regularly aggregates up to 231mm (9.09") of precipitation.

The months with the warmest seawater in Mare are January through April, with an average sea temperature of 27°C (80.6°F).

In Mare, the average seawater temperature in March is 27°C (80.6°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

The average day length in March in Mare, New Caledonia, is 12h and 13min.

On the first day of March in Mare, New Caledonia, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:49 +11.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Mare is 6h.

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

In Mare, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Average temperature in March
Mare, New Caledonia

Average high temperature in March: 28°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (29°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July, August and September (24°C).

Average low temperature in March: 22°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January, February and March (22°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (15°C).

Average rainfall in March
Mare, New Caledonia

Average rainfall in March: 231mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (231mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (66mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Mare, New Caledonia

Average rainfall days in March: 20 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and October (12 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Mare, New Caledonia

Average sea temperature in March: 27°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (27°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are August and September (23°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mare, New Caledonia

Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

Average sunshine in March: 6h

The months with the most sunshine are October, November and December (Average sunshine: 8h).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h).

Average UV index in March
Mare, New Caledonia

Average UV index in March: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).