March weather forecastCalgary, Canada
March
Weather in March
The arrival of March brings a slight respite from the intense cold with temperatures inching up to approximately 1.8°C (35.2°F). March marks the beginning of a transition period from winter to spring, characterized by a notable decrease in snowfall from 101mm (3.98") to 102mm (4.02"). The increase in temperature, matched with more sunshine hours, gives the city a warmer glow. With the shift in seasons, city dwellers start to witness the melting of the accumulated snow. The white vistas slowly change, signaling the arrival of spring.Temperature
In March, the average high-temperature increases from a subzero cold -3.9°C (25°F) in February to a wintry 1.8°C (35.2°F). Calgary observes an average low-temperature of -6.6°C (20.1°F) during March nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Calgary is 79%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated. In Calgary, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.1 days and collects up to 288mm (11.34") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Calgary, Canada, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 101mm (3.98") of snow is accumulated. In Calgary, during the entire year, snow falls for 75.3 days and aggregates up to 629mm (24.76") of snow.Daylight
In Calgary, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:18 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:08 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.
Sunshine
In Calgary, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Calgary is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Calgary, Canada
- Average high temperature in March: 1.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-4.8°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -6.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-11.5°C).
Average pressure in March
Calgary, Canada
- Average pressure in March: 1015.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010.8mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Calgary, Canada
- Average wind speed in March: 12.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.3km/h).
Average humidity in March
Calgary, Canada
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (59%).
Average rainfall in March
Calgary, Canada
- Average rainfall in March: 15mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (9mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Calgary, Canada
- Average rainfall days in March: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Calgary, Canada
- Average snowfall in March: 101mm
The month with the highest snowfall is April (102mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Calgary, Canada
- Average snowfall days in March: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Calgary, Canada
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Calgary, Canada
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Calgary, Canada
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Calgary, Canada
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in March
Calgary, Canada
- Average visibility in March: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, October, November and December (9km).
