March weather forecastChicoutimi, Canada
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is also a subzero cold month in Chicoutimi, Canada, with an average temperature varying between -11.4°C (11.5°F) and -3.3°C (26.1°F).Temperature
As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from -8.3°C (17.1°F) to a still freezing cold -3.3°C (26.1°F). Chicoutimi records an average nighttime low-temperature of -11.4°C (11.5°F) throughout March.Humidity
In Chicoutimi, the average relative humidity in March is 93%.Rainfall
In Chicoutimi, Canada, in March, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 53mm (2.09") of accumulated precipitation. In Chicoutimi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.7 days and collects up to 652mm (25.67") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Chicoutimi. The month with the most snowfall in Chicoutimi, Canada, is March, when snow falls for 21.2 days and typically aggregates up to 274mm (10.79") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Chicoutimi, Canada, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:14 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 Chicoutimi is 3.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Chicoutimi are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during March translates into these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Chicoutimi, Canada
- Average high temperature in March: -3.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-9.9°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -11.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-18.8°C).
Average pressure in March
Chicoutimi, Canada
- Average pressure in March: 1016.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1011.4mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Chicoutimi, Canada
- Average wind speed in March: 10.5km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and November (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8km/h).
Average humidity in March
Chicoutimi, Canada
- Average humidity in March: 93%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (68%).
Average rainfall in March
Chicoutimi, Canada
- Average rainfall in March: 53mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (36mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Chicoutimi, Canada
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Chicoutimi, Canada
- Average snowfall in March: 274mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (274mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Chicoutimi, Canada
- Average snowfall days in March: 21.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chicoutimi, Canada
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 3h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Chicoutimi, Canada
- Average sunshine days in March: 6.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6 days).
Average UV index in March
Chicoutimi, Canada
- Average UV index in March: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Chicoutimi, Canada
- Average cloud cover in March: 74
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 80).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in March
Chicoutimi, Canada
- Average visibility in March: 6km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5km).
