March weather forecast
Matsushima, Japan

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Matsushima, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 8.8°C (47.8°F) and min 2.1°C (35.8°F).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a wintry 4.6°C (40.3°F) in February to a frosty 8.8°C (47.8°F). Matsushima reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 2.1°C (35.8°F) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 71%.

Rainfall

In Matsushima, in March, during 11.9 rainfall days, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Matsushima, there are 133.1 rainfall days, and 706mm (27.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. In Matsushima, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of snow. In Matsushima, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.2 days and aggregates up to 190mm (7.48") of snow.

Sea temperature

March is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 6.9°C (44.4°F).
Note: Immersing oneself in 6.9°C (44.4°F) at sub-10°C (14°F) temperatures is a recipe for harsh cold shock and quickened breathing unless adequately equipped.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of March, in Matsushima, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 17:57 JST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Matsushima is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Matsushima?

The high-temperature, in March, in Matsushima, is 8.8°C (47.8°F), while the low-temperature averages to 2.1°C (35.8°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Matsushima?

In Matsushima, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.

How many days does it rain in March in Matsushima?

In March, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout March, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Matsushima in March?

In Matsushima, Japan, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of snow.

What month is the sea coldest in Matsushima?

The month with the coldest seawater in Matsushima, Japan, is March, with an average sea temperature of 6.9°C (44.4°F).

How cold is the water in March in Matsushima?

In Matsushima, the average seawater temperature in March is 6.9°C (44.4°F). Swimming in 6.9°C (44.4°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

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

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Matsushima?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 17:57 JST.

How long on average sun shines in March in Matsushima?

The average sunshine duration in March in Matsushima, Japan, is 6.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Matsushima?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Matsushima, Japan.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Matsushima?

In Matsushima, Japan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Matsushima, Japan

Average temperature in March - Matsushima, Japan
  • Average high temperature in March: 8.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 2.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-1°C).

Average pressure in March
Matsushima, Japan

Average pressure in March - Matsushima, Japan
  • Average pressure in March: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1018.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1009.3mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Matsushima, Japan

Average wind speed in March - Matsushima, Japan
  • Average wind speed in March: 14.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Matsushima, Japan

Average humidity in March - Matsushima, Japan
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Matsushima, Japan

Average rainfall in March - Matsushima, Japan
  • Average rainfall in March: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (105mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (23mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Matsushima, Japan

Average rainfall days in March - Matsushima, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Matsushima, Japan

Average snowfall in March - Matsushima, Japan
  • Average snowfall in March: 36mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (62mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Matsushima, Japan

Average snowfall days in March - Matsushima, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Matsushima, Japan

Average sea temperature in March - Matsushima, Japan
  • Average sea temperature in March: 6.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.9°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Matsushima, Japan

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Matsushima, Japan
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Matsushima, Japan

Average sunshine days in March - Matsushima, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Matsushima, Japan

Average UV index in March - Matsushima, Japan
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Matsushima, Japan

Average cloud cover in March - Matsushima, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and November (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Matsushima, Japan

Average visibility in March - Matsushima, Japan
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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

Matsushima, Japan

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