March weather forecast
Pontefract, United Kingdom

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a chilly month in Pontefract, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average low of 2.6°C (36.7°F) and an average high of 9.5°C (49.1°F).

Temperature

Pontefract, United Kingdom, experiences an average high-temperature of a still chilly 9.5°C (49.1°F) in March, marking an insignificant shift from 6.8°C (44.2°F) in February. During March, Pontefract's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 2.6°C (36.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Pontefract is 81%.

Rainfall

In Pontefract, in March, during 15.3 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pontefract, during the entire year, the rain falls for 209.6 days and collects up to 565mm (22.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Pontefract, in March, during 2 snowfall days, 10mm (0.39") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pontefract, United Kingdom, there are 12.2 snowfall days, and 82mm (3.23") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Pontefract, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of March in Pontefract, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 6:39 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Pontefract, United Kingdom, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Pontefract?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Pontefract, is 9.5°C (49.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 2.6°C (36.7°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Pontefract?

In March, the average relative humidity in Pontefract, United Kingdom, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Pontefract in March?

In Pontefract, in March, during 15.3 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Pontefract in March?

In Pontefract, during March, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of snow.

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

The average day length in March in Pontefract is 11h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Pontefract?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pontefract, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 6:39 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pontefract have in March?

In Pontefract, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Pontefract?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Pontefract, United Kingdom

Average temperature in March - Pontefract, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in March: 9.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 2.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.5°C).

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Average pressure in March
Pontefract, United Kingdom

Average pressure in March - Pontefract, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Pontefract, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in March - Pontefract, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in March: 15.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.2km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Pontefract, United Kingdom

Average humidity in March - Pontefract, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (78%).

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Average rainfall in March
Pontefract, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in March - Pontefract, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in March: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (64mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (26mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Pontefract, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in March - Pontefract, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Pontefract, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in March - Pontefract, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in March: 10mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (28mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Pontefract, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in March - Pontefract, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 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
Pontefract, United Kingdom

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pontefract, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Pontefract, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in March - Pontefract, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (11.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Pontefract, United Kingdom

Average UV index in March - Pontefract, United Kingdom
  • 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
Pontefract, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in March - Pontefract, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and September (Cloud cover 50).

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Average visibility in March
Pontefract, United Kingdom

Average visibility in March - Pontefract, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, September, October and November (8km).

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