March weather forecastFahefa, Tonga

March

Weather in March

March in Fahefa, Tonga presents almost similar weather conditions with the preceding month. However, with temperatures hovering between 27.2°C (81°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F), it's slightly cooler than February. The breeze doesn't let up, continuing to provide much needed relief from the warmer temperatures. Ample sunshine bathes the city, ensuring residents can bask in its warmth. The month is rounded off by twilight hues due to periodic cloud cover.

Temperature

The introduction of March notes a subtle temperature variation to a still moderately hot 27.2°C (81°F) from February's 27.5°C (81.5°F). Fahefa registers a steady nighttime temperature averaging a still warm 26.3°C (79.3°F) throughout March.

Heat index

Throughout March, the heat index is computed to be a hot 30°C (86°F). Persisting in activity during exposure could lead to weariness and subsequently to heat cramps.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. 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 especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Fahefa, in March, during 21.5 rainfall days, 151mm (5.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fahefa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.9 days and collects up to 991mm (39.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Fahefa, Tonga, is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:41 +13.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in March translates into this advice:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Updated: Feb 5, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In March, in Fahefa, the average high-temperature is 27.2°C (81°F), and the average low-temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

In Fahefa, Tonga, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

In Fahefa, Tonga, during March, the rain falls for 21.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 151mm (5.94") of precipitation.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of the month, in Fahefa, Tonga, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:41 +13.

The average sunshine duration in March in Fahefa is 7.4h.

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

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fahefa, Tonga, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

27.5°C

27.2°C

26.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

25.2km/h

24.4km/h

25km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

3.8

5.9

13.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Fahefa, Tonga

Average high temperature in March: 27.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (22.9°C).

Average low temperature in March: 26.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.6°C).

Average pressure in March
Fahefa, Tonga

Average pressure in March: 1010.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August and September (1016.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Fahefa, Tonga

Average wind speed in March: 23.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (25.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (23.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Fahefa, Tonga

Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Fahefa, Tonga

Average rainfall in March: 151mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (163mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (36mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Fahefa, Tonga

Average rainfall days in March: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (12.9 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fahefa, Tonga

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 54min).

Average sunshine in March: 7h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fahefa, Tonga

Average sunshine days in March: 5.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Fahefa, Tonga

Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Fahefa, Tonga

Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in March
Fahefa, Tonga

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).