Weather in March
Shifting from
February to
March, the weather in
Papetō'ai experiences a modest surge. Maritime influences peak in March with the sea temperature averaging at its highest of 28.9°C (84°F). Even though March marks the arrival of fall in
French Polynesia, the climate remains consistently tropical. The length of daylight reduces slightly, as is typical during the transition from summer to fall. The frequency of rainfall usually lessens, accompanying this transition period.
Sea temperature
With an average sea temperature of 28.9°C (84°F), March is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: Water temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as very warm, making swimming, diving, and similar water activities pleasurable for extended periods.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of March, in Papetō'ai, French Polynesia, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:01 -10.