March weather forecastAlgiers, Algeria

Cloudy skies above Seaside Boulevard in Algiers, Algeria

March

Weather in March

March presents the initial signs of spring in Algiers. Expect a slight increase in temperature as the city transitions from the cold of February. The city receives 49mm (1.93") of rain over 11 days, a slight decrease compared to the previous month. Longer daylight hours underscore the beauty of Algiers' stunning landscapes. Relish in the moderate climate of Algiers at this time, when the sea begins to warm and the blooming flowers color the city.

Temperature

Algiers experiences a transition to a still enjoyable 19.3°C (66.7°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of March, not greatly differing from February's 17.4°C (63.3°F). During the nights in March, Algiers observes an average low-temperature of 7.5°C (45.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout March, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is accumulated. In Algiers, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90 days and collects up to 518mm (20.39") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Algiers, in March, the average water temperature is 15.2°C (59.4°F).
Note: For most people, swimming in water at 15.2°C (59.4°F) is not a pleasurable experience. Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Algiers, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:09 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Algiers, 19.3°C (66.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 7.5°C (45.5°F) is the average low-temperature during March.

In Algiers, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

In March, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout March, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Algiers, Algeria, in March, the average water temperature is 15.2°C (59.4°F). For most, swimming in 15.2°C (59.4°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

In Algiers, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:09 CET.

In Algiers, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

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Average high temperature

17.4°C

19.3°C

21.3°C

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in March
Algiers, Algeria

Average high temperature in March: 19.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°C).

Average low temperature in March: 7.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.8°C).

Average humidity in March
Algiers, Algeria

Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Algiers, Algeria

Average rainfall in March: 49.4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (85.7mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Algiers, Algeria

Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, March and December (11 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (2 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Algiers, Algeria

Average sea temperature in March: 15.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (14.8°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Algiers, Algeria

Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

Average sunshine in March: 6h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).