March weather forecast
Grand Gaube, Mauritius

Moving into March, the weather of Grand Gaube experiences nominal changes. Despite maintaining the same peak temperature of 30°C (86°F), a decrease in daily rainfall is visible, marking the forthcoming transition to the drier season. The daylight hours continue to decrease, signifying the beginning of shorter days. The atmospheric conditions are more stable now, making it a suitable time for various water sports.

Temperature

The warmest period in Grand Gaube falls in January through March, when the average high-temperature reaches 30°C (86°F).

Rainfall

In Grand Gaube, in March, during 17 rainfall days, 191mm (7.52") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Grand Gaube, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177 days and collects up to 1510mm (59.45") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The month with the warmest seawater in Grand Gaube is March, with an average sea temperature of 28.5°C (83.3°F).
Note: Water temperatures in the range of 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are warm and delightful, ensuring comfort during water activities over extended periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Grand Gaube is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of March in Grand Gaube, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:10 +04.

Sunshine

March through September, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Grand Gaube.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Grand Gaube are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. 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 daily maximum UV index of 12 in March interprets into the following advice:
Execute every important safeguard, as unprotected skin and eyes could burn within moments. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Even if the day is cloudy, sunscreen with SPF of at least 30 should be applied generously and reapplied often, particularly after swimming or outdoor exercise. Note! The Sun's UV radiation gets intensified with the reflection from sand and water.