March weather forecastCanberra, Australia
March
Weather in March
As March ushers in the fall season in Canberra, Australia, a noticeable shift in weather patterns starts to occur. In comparison with February, the peak temperature drops to 22.8°C (73°F) with a noticeable reduction in temperature variance. March signals a slight increase in rainfall, evidenced by a rise to 32mm (1.26") compared to the preceding month. Moreover, there is a reduction in daylight hours going in tandem with the transitional phase from summer to fall. A shift from the earlier hot and humid conditions to a more moderate climate could arguably be a distinguishing aspect of March weather in Canberra.Temperature
March in Canberra records an average high-temperature of an agreeable 22.8°C (73°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. An average nighttime temperature of 11.2°C (52.2°F) is noted in Canberra during the month of March.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Canberra is 72%.Rainfall
In Canberra, Australia, in March, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 32mm (1.26") of accumulated precipitation. In Canberra, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.1 days and collects up to 392mm (15.43") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Canberra, Australia, snow does not fall in January through May, November and December.Daylight
In Canberra, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:59 pm AEDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March is 8.6h.UV index
In Canberra, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 4 in March translates into these instructions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Canberra, Australia
- Average high temperature in March: 22.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.3°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 11.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.3°C).
Average pressure in March
Canberra, Australia
- Average pressure in March: 1017.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Canberra, Australia
- Average wind speed in March: 8.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (10.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8km/h).
Average humidity in March
Canberra, Australia
- Average humidity in March: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (63%).
Average rainfall in March
Canberra, Australia
- Average rainfall in March: 32mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (20mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Canberra, Australia
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Canberra, Australia
- Average snowfall in March: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is September (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Canberra, Australia
- Average snowfall days in March: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May and December (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Canberra, 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Canberra, Australia
- Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (13.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Canberra, Australia
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Canberra, Australia
- Average cloud cover in March: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Canberra, Australia
- Average visibility in March: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (7km).
