March weather forecastHillston, Australia

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Hillston, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.5°C (63.5°F) and 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

As March begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a hot 32.1°C (89.8°F) in February to a moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F). Hillston records a consistent low-temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F) during March nights.

Heat index

The heat index value for March is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F). Persistently participating in activities during exposure may lead to fatigue and induce heat cramps.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 48%.

Rainfall

In Hillston, Australia, during March, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 78.8 rainfall days, and 212mm (8.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:14 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

In Hillston, the average sunshine in March is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Hillston is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 17.5°C (63.5°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in March is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F).

In Hillston, the average relative humidity in March is 48%.

In Hillston, during March, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation.

The average day length in March is 12h and 18min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:14 pm AEDT.

In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hillston, Australia

  • Average high temperature in March: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (34.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 17.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (21.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (5°C).

Average pressure in March
Hillston, Australia

  • Average pressure in March: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1022.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Hillston, Australia

  • Average wind speed in March: 11.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (10.7km/h).

Average humidity in March
Hillston, Australia

  • Average humidity in March: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (36%).

Average rainfall in March
Hillston, Australia

  • Average rainfall in March: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (24mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (13mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Hillston, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.1 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hillston, Australia

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hillston, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in March: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (20.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Hillston, Australia

  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and August (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Hillston, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in March: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Hillston, Australia

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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