March weather forecastAdelaide, Australia
March
Weather in March
The month of March signifies the onset of Fall in Adelaide marked by a gentle temperature drop to an average high of 23.7°C (74.7°F). There is a surge in cloud cover to 28%, nevertheless, it sees nearly the same amount of sunshine hours as in February. The sea temperature holds steady at 19°C (66.2°F), continuing to attract keen swimmers and surfers. The frequency of rainfall days registers a noticeable rise to 9.3 days with accumulated precipitation of 16mm (0.63"). April ushers in cooler temperatures, increased cloud cover, enhanced rainfall, and declining daylight, signifying the deepening of Autumn.Temperature
A minor adjustment in Adelaide's average high-temperature is noted with the start of March, touching a still moderately hot 23.7°C (74.7°F) from February's 25.6°C (78.1°F). In Adelaide, March nights witness a steady temperature drop to a comfortable 16.3°C (61.3°F).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 63%.Rainfall
March is the month with the least rainfall in Adelaide. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Adelaide, the average seawater temperature in March is 19°C (66.2°F).Note: The majority of people find swimming in 19°C (66.2°F) unenjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes more challenging to control.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:11 pm ACDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March in Adelaide is 8.3h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in March translates into the following instructions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Adelaide, Australia
- Average high temperature in March: 23.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.9°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 16.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (9.1°C).
Average pressure in March
Adelaide, Australia
- Average pressure in March: 1016.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Adelaide, Australia
- Average wind speed in March: 13.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (12.9km/h).
Average humidity in March
Adelaide, Australia
- Average humidity in March: 63%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (58%).
Average rainfall in March
Adelaide, Australia
- Average rainfall in March: 16mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (16mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Adelaide, Australia
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Adelaide, Australia
- Average sea temperature in March: 19°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (20°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (15°C).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Adelaide, Australia
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 18min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Adelaide, Australia
- Average sunshine days in March: 19 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Adelaide, Australia
- Average UV index in March: 5
The months with the highest UV index are February and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Adelaide, Australia
- Average cloud cover in March: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in March
Adelaide, Australia
- Average visibility in March: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
