March weather forecast
Dartmouth, Canada

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Dartmouth, Canada, with temperature in the range of an average low of -2.8°C (27°F) and an average high of 2.4°C (36.3°F).

Temperature

On the advent of March, Dartmouth's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a cold 2.4°C (36.3°F) from February's -0.1°C (31.8°F). The mean low-temperature during March nights in Dartmouth, Canada, is a freezing cold -2.8°C (27°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Dartmouth is 81%.

Rainfall

In Dartmouth, during March, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 75mm (2.95") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dartmouth, there are 148.3 rainfall days, and 861mm (33.9") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Dartmouth. In March, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout March, 99mm (3.9") of snow is accumulated. In Dartmouth, Canada, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.7 days and aggregates up to 461mm (18.15") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Dartmouth, Canada, in March, the average water temperature is 1°C (33.8°F).
Note: In the case of swimming, this is seriously cold, dangerous, and can result in death. Without the safeguard of insulated waterproof attire, hypothermia manifests rapidly.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Dartmouth, Canada, is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:02 pm AST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:40 pm ADT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AST to ADT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from ADT to AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Dartmouth?

Dartmouth in March has an average high-temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F) and an average low-temperature of -2.8°C (27°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Dartmouth?

In March, the average relative humidity in Dartmouth is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March in Dartmouth?

In March, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout March, 75mm (2.95") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Dartmouth?

In Dartmouth, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 99mm (3.9") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in March in Dartmouth?

In Dartmouth, Canada, in March, the average water temperature is 1°C (33.8°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Dartmouth have in March?

The average day length in March in Dartmouth, Canada, is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Dartmouth?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:02 pm AST. On the last day of the month, in Dartmouth, Canada, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:40 pm ADT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Dartmouth?

On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Dartmouth, Canada, and the time zone changes from AST to ADT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Dartmouth?

In Dartmouth, Canada, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Dartmouth?

In Dartmouth, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Dartmouth, Canada

Average temperature in March - Dartmouth, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: 2.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-0.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -2.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-5.5°C).

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Average pressure in March
Dartmouth, Canada

Average pressure in March - Dartmouth, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Dartmouth, Canada

Average wind speed in March - Dartmouth, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 20.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Dartmouth, Canada

Average humidity in March - Dartmouth, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).

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Average rainfall in March
Dartmouth, Canada

Average rainfall in March - Dartmouth, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 75mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (98mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (38mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Dartmouth, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - Dartmouth, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Dartmouth, Canada

Average snowfall in March - Dartmouth, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 99mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (113mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Dartmouth, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - Dartmouth, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Dartmouth, Canada

Average sea temperature in March - Dartmouth, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in March: 1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (0.8°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dartmouth, Canada

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dartmouth, Canada
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Dartmouth, Canada

Average sunshine days in March - Dartmouth, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Dartmouth, Canada

Average UV index in March - Dartmouth, Canada
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Dartmouth, Canada

Average cloud cover in March - Dartmouth, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Dartmouth, Canada

Average visibility in March - Dartmouth, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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