March weather forecast
Calgary, Canada

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Weather in March

The arrival of March brings a slight respite from the intense cold with temperatures inching up to approximately 1.8°C. March marks the beginning of a transition period from winter to spring, characterized by a notable decrease in snowfall from 101mm to 102mm. 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 Calgary, the average high-temperature in March increases from a subzero cold -3.9°C in February to an icy 1.8°C. Throughout March, an average low-temperature of -6.6°C is expected in Calgary.

Humidity

In Calgary, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, in Calgary, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 15mm of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Calgary, Canada, there are 94.1 rainfall days, and 288mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Calgary, Canada. In Calgary, during March, snow falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 101mm of snow. In Calgary, Canada, during the entire year, snow falls for 75.3 days and aggregates up to 629mm of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Calgary is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:16 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Calgary, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:07 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, 12. March 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 05. November 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

In Calgary, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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FAQ

How cold is March in Calgary?

In March, in Calgary, the average high-temperature is 1.8°C, and the average low-temperature is -6.6°C.

What is the average humidity in March in Calgary?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Calgary?

In Calgary, Canada, in March, during 4.3 rainfall days, 15mm of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Calgary?

In Calgary, in March, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 101mm of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Calgary have in March?

The average day length in March in Calgary, Canada, is 11h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Calgary?

On the first day of March in Calgary, Canada, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:16 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:07 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, 12. March 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends on Sunday, 05. November 2023, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Calgary?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Calgary?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Calgary is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Calgary, Canada

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).

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Average pressure in March
Calgary, Canada

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Calgary, Canada

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).

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Average humidity in March
Calgary, Canada

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Calgary, Canada

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).

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Average rainfall days in March
Calgary, Canada

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).

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Average snowfall in March
Calgary, Canada

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).

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Average snowfall days in March
Calgary, Canada

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).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Calgary, Canada
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Calgary, Canada

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).

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Average UV index in March
Calgary, Canada

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Calgary, Canada

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).

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Average visibility in March
Calgary, Canada

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).

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