March weather forecastCape Dorset, Canada

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Cape Dorset, is an arctic cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of -17.2°C (1°F) and an average low of -22.8°C (-9°F).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks March, moving from February's dangerously cold -22.3°C (-8.1°F) to an arctic cold -17.2°C (1°F). In the month of March, Cape Dorset's average low-temperature falls to a dangerously cold -22.8°C (-9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Cape Dorset, Canada, is 95%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 65.3 rainfall days, and 263mm (10.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In March, it is snowing for 16.1 days. Throughout March, 56mm (2.2") of snow is accumulated. In Cape Dorset, during the entire year, snow falls for 150.5 days and aggregates up to 650mm (25.59") of snow.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater in Cape Dorset are January through April, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°F).
Note: Within the context of swimming, this scenario is life-threatening. Instant loss of control over breathing impairs cognitive functions. It is essential to use a specialized swimsuit to mitigate thermal loss.

Daylight

In Cape Dorset, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:55 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 Cape Dorset, Canada, is 3h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. 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: A maximum high UV index of 1 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of -17.2°C (1°F) and a low-temperature of -22.8°C (-9°F).

In Cape Dorset, the average relative humidity in March is 95%.

In March, in Cape Dorset, Canada, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Cape Dorset, Canada, in March, snow falls for 16.1 days, with typically accumulated 56mm (2.2") of snow.

January through April, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Cape Dorset, Canada.

In Cape Dorset, the average seawater temperature in March is -2°C (28.4°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

In March, the average day length in Cape Dorset, Canada, is 11h and 50min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Cape Dorset is 3h.

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

In Cape Dorset, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. 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
Cape Dorset, Canada

  • Average high temperature in March: -17.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (9.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-22.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -22.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (5.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-26.6°C).

Average pressure in March
Cape Dorset, Canada

  • Average pressure in March: 1014.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Cape Dorset, Canada

  • Average wind speed in March: 17.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (23.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (15.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Cape Dorset, Canada

  • Average humidity in March: 95%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (97%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Cape Dorset, Canada

  • Average rainfall in March: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (40mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Cape Dorset, Canada

  • Average rainfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cape Dorset, Canada

  • Average snowfall in March: 56mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (112mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (1mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Cape Dorset, Canada

  • Average snowfall days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Cape Dorset, Canada

  • Average sea temperature in March: -2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (-2°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cape Dorset, Canada

  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cape Dorset, Canada

  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Cape Dorset, Canada

  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Cape Dorset, Canada

  • Average cloud cover in March: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 87).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in March
Cape Dorset, Canada

  • Average visibility in March: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).