March weather forecast
Barrie, Canada

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Weather in March

March marks the beginnings of a warming change in Barrie. A gradual increase in temperature initiates the city's transition from freezing winters to mild springs. However, in contrast to the previous months, March sees a considerable increase in rainfall with precipitation reaching 32mm (1.26"). Weather patterns start to alter, reducing snowfall and increasing the length of daylight. The transition phase brings unpredictable conditions, giving March an assorted weather profile.

Temperature

March's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from February's subzero cold -3.5°C (25.7°F) to an icy 1.8°C (35.2°F). The month of March records an average low-temperature of -4.9°C (23.2°F).

Humidity

In Barrie, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Barrie, during March, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Barrie, Canada, there are 145 rainfall days, and 621mm (24.45") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Barrie are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout March, 62mm (2.44") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 66.4 snowfall days, and 553mm (21.77") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Barrie is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Barrie, Canada, is 4.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Barrie, Canada, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Barrie?

In Barrie, 1.8°C (35.2°F) is the average high-temperature and -4.9°C (23.2°F) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Barrie?

The average relative humidity in March in Barrie, Canada, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March in Barrie?

In Barrie, in March, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 32mm (1.26") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Barrie?

In March, in Barrie, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout March, 62mm (2.44") of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Barrie?

In Barrie, Canada, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Barrie?

On the first day of March in Barrie, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:45 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Barrie?

On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Barrie, Canada, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Barrie?

In Barrie, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Barrie?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Barrie is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Barrie, Canada

Average temperature in March - Barrie, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: 1.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -4.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.4°C).

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Average pressure in March
Barrie, Canada

Average pressure in March - Barrie, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1018.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Barrie, Canada

Average wind speed in March - Barrie, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 15.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.5km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Barrie, Canada

Average humidity in March - Barrie, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

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Average rainfall in March
Barrie, Canada

Average rainfall in March - Barrie, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (75mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (26mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Barrie, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - Barrie, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Barrie, Canada

Average snowfall in March - Barrie, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 62mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (121mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Barrie, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - Barrie, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Barrie, Canada

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Barrie, Canada
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Barrie, Canada

Average sunshine days in March - Barrie, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Barrie, Canada

Average UV index in March - Barrie, Canada
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Barrie, Canada

Average cloud cover in March - Barrie, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Barrie, Canada

Average visibility in March - Barrie, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (8km).

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