March weather forecastPlovdiv, Bulgaria

March

Weather in March

March weather in Plovdiv suffuses a hint of Spring, exhibiting a significant raise in temperatures, longer daylight hours and declining humidity levels. A significant fact to note is that temperatures fluctuate between 1.8°C (35.2°F) to 13°C (55.4°F), marking a transition from winter to spring. With the snow beginning to melt away, the city starts to reveal its vibrant colors and bustling life. As if awakened from the winter slumber, the city experiences an increase in rainfall, nourishing the plants and trees. March also brings a notable increase in daylight hours, heralding the spring's arrival more emphatically.

Temperature

The arrival of March in Plovdiv witnesses a small shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 8.3°C (46.9°F) in February to a refreshing 13°C (55.4°F). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 1.8°C (35.2°F) in March.

Humidity

In Plovdiv, the average relative humidity in March is 60%.

Rainfall

In Plovdiv, in March, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 37mm (1.46") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 59 rainfall days, and 502mm (19.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Plovdiv is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:45 EET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

In Plovdiv, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Frequently asked questions

During March, Plovdiv experiences an average high-temperature of 13°C (55.4°F) and a low-temperature of 1.8°C (35.2°F).

In Plovdiv, Bulgaria, the average relative humidity in March is 60%.

In Plovdiv, Bulgaria, in March, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 37mm (1.46") of accumulated precipitation.

In Plovdiv, Bulgaria, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

On the first day of March in Plovdiv, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:45 EET.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Plovdiv is 5.5h.

In Plovdiv, Bulgaria, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Plovdiv, Bulgaria

  • Average high temperature in March: 13°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 1.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (17°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3°C).

Average humidity in March
Plovdiv, Bulgaria

  • Average humidity in March: 60%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (45%).

Average rainfall in March
Plovdiv, Bulgaria

  • Average rainfall in March: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (77mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (27mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Plovdiv, Bulgaria

  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (6.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (3.1 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Plovdiv, Bulgaria

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average UV index in March
Plovdiv, Bulgaria

  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).