March weather forecastLaunceston, Australia
March
Weather in March
As the city navigates the passage from summer to autumn, March showcases a perceptible cooling trend. The weather remains predominantly warm, but the introduction of cooler nights brings a soothing respite from the summer heat. March often progresses with more opportunities for rainfall, ensuring rich moisture in the city's atmospheric profile. With the change of seasons, a small dip in daylight hours occurs, but coincides with a surplus of sunshine hours, hinting at mild yet sunny days. A testament to the changing weather patterns is the significant increase in rainfall at 39mm (1.54") and 11.8 rainy days, making it the month with the highest number of rainy days in the first quarter of the year.Temperature
Shifting into March, Launceston records an average high-temperature of a refreshing 19.8°C (67.6°F), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. Throughout March, Launceston anticipates an average low-temperature of 9.8°C (49.6°F).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated. In Launceston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.4 days and collects up to 450mm (17.72") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Launceston, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Launceston is 12h and 22min.On the first day of March in Launceston, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:05 pm AEDT.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 8.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Launceston, Australia
- Average high temperature in March: 19.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (22.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.7°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 9.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (10.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (2.9°C).
Average pressure in March
Launceston, Australia
- Average pressure in March: 1016.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1018.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1011.4mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Launceston, Australia
- Average wind speed in March: 8.1km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and December (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8.1km/h).
Average humidity in March
Launceston, Australia
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Launceston, Australia
- Average rainfall in March: 39mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (59mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (21mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Launceston, Australia
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Launceston, Australia
- Average snowfall in March: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is August (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Launceston, Australia
- Average snowfall days in March: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Launceston, Australia
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Launceston, Australia
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Launceston, Australia
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Launceston, Australia
- Average cloud cover in March: 37
The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Launceston, 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 April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (8km).
