March weather forecast
Esquimalt, Canada

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Esquimalt, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 8.7°C (47.7°F) and 4.7°C (40.5°F).

Temperature

At the onset of March, Esquimalt records an average high-temperature of a still frosty 8.7°C (47.7°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. March witnesses a minor deviation from daytime peaks, with an average nighttime temperature of 4.7°C (40.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Esquimalt, Canada, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Esquimalt, during March, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation. In Esquimalt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 72.5 days and collects up to 163mm (6.42") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Esquimalt aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.8 snowfall days, and 93mm (3.66") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:43 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Esquimalt is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Esquimalt?

In Esquimalt, in March, the average high-temperature is 8.7°C (47.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 4.7°C (40.5°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Esquimalt?

The average relative humidity in March in Esquimalt is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Esquimalt?

In March, in Esquimalt, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout March, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Esquimalt?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Esquimalt, Canada. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Esquimalt aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Esquimalt have in March?

In Esquimalt, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Esquimalt?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:43 pm PDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Esquimalt have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Esquimalt, Canada, is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Esquimalt?

In Esquimalt, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Esquimalt, Canada

Average temperature in March - Esquimalt, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: 8.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (20.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 4.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.3°C).

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Average pressure in March
Esquimalt, Canada

Average pressure in March - Esquimalt, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.7mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and July (1017.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Esquimalt, Canada

Average wind speed in March - Esquimalt, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Esquimalt, Canada

Average humidity in March - Esquimalt, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Esquimalt, Canada

Average rainfall in March - Esquimalt, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (37mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (3mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Esquimalt, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - Esquimalt, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (8.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Esquimalt, Canada

Average snowfall in March - Esquimalt, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (53mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Esquimalt, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - Esquimalt, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Esquimalt, Canada
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Esquimalt, Canada

Average sunshine days in March - Esquimalt, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Esquimalt, Canada

Average UV index in March - Esquimalt, Canada
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Esquimalt, Canada

Average cloud cover in March - Esquimalt, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in March
Esquimalt, Canada

Average visibility in March - Esquimalt, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and November (9km).

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