March weather forecast
Pangnirtung, Canada

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a polar cold month in Pangnirtung, Canada, with an average temperature varying between -26°C (-14.8°F) and -17.5°C (0.5°F).

Temperature

In Pangnirtung, the average high-temperature in March rises, from a dangerously cold -22.6°C (-8.7°F) in February, to a polar cold -17.5°C (0.5°F). During March in Pangnirtung, the average low-temperature is recorded at a dangerously cold -26°C (-14.8°F).

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are the most humid months in Pangnirtung.

Rainfall

In Pangnirtung, in March, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation. In Pangnirtung, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.7 days and collects up to 278mm (10.94") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Pangnirtung, in March, during 15 snowfall days, 82mm (3.23") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.9 snowfall days, and 1029mm (40.51") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

February through April, with an average sea temperature of -1.8°C (28.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Pangnirtung.
Note: In the realm of swimming, this is an immediate threat to life. Total loss of control over breathing happens instantly, complicating clear thought processes. The necessity of a specialized swimsuit to restrict thermal loss is paramount.

Daylight

In Pangnirtung, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Pangnirtung, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Pangnirtung is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Pangnirtung are March, May through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Pangnirtung?

In Pangnirtung, -17.5°C (0.5°F) is the average high-temperature and -26°C (-14.8°F) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the most humid month in Pangnirtung?

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are most humid months in Pangnirtung.

What is the average humidity in March in Pangnirtung?

In Pangnirtung, Canada, the average relative humidity in March is 90%.

How much does it rain in Pangnirtung in March?

In Pangnirtung, Canada, during March, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Pangnirtung?

In Pangnirtung, Canada, in March, during 15 snowfall days, 82mm (3.23") of snow is typically accumulated.

When is the sea coldest in Pangnirtung?

The months with the coldest seawater are February through April, with an average sea temperature of -1.8°C (28.8°F).

What is the water temperature in March in Pangnirtung?

In Pangnirtung, in March, the average water temperature is -1.8°C (28.8°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.

What is the average length of the day in March in Pangnirtung?

In March, the average day length in Pangnirtung is 11h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Pangnirtung?

On the first day of March in Pangnirtung, Canada, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:16 pm EDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Pangnirtung?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Pangnirtung?

The months with the highest UV index are March, May through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in Pangnirtung?

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

Average temperature in March - Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: -17.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-22.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -26°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (3.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-28.6°C).

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Average pressure in March
Pangnirtung, Canada

Average pressure in March - Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1013.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1006.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Pangnirtung, Canada

Average wind speed in March - Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1km/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 June (7.9km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Pangnirtung, Canada

Average humidity in March - Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Pangnirtung, Canada

Average rainfall in March - Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (40mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Pangnirtung, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Pangnirtung, Canada

Average snowfall in March - Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 82mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (216mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (2mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Pangnirtung, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Pangnirtung, Canada

Average sea temperature in March - Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in March: -1.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (2.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (-1.8°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Pangnirtung, Canada

Average sunshine days in March - Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Pangnirtung, Canada

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

The months with the highest UV index are March, May, June, July, August and October (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, September, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Pangnirtung, Canada

Average cloud cover in March - Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 46).

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Average visibility in March
Pangnirtung, Canada

Average visibility in March - Pangnirtung, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (6km).

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