March weather forecast
Courtenay, Canada

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Courtenay, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 7°C (44.6°F) and 2.6°C (36.7°F).

Temperature

Courtenay commences March with an average high-temperature of a frosty 7°C (44.6°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. An average low-temperature of 2.6°C (36.7°F) is witnessed throughout the month of March, a mere drop from the daytime peak.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Courtenay is 82%.

Rainfall

In Courtenay, during March, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation. In Courtenay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.9 days and collects up to 904mm (35.59") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Courtenay, during March, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of snow. Throughout the year, in Courtenay, Canada, there are 11 snowfall days, and 196mm (7.72") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Courtenay is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:03 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Courtenay, Canada, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:50 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

Sunshine

In Courtenay, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Courtenay is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Courtenay in March?
In Courtenay, in March, the average high-temperature is 7°C (44.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 2.6°C (36.7°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Courtenay?
In Courtenay, Canada, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.
How much does it rain in Courtenay in March?
In Courtenay, Canada, during March, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in Courtenay in March?
In Courtenay, Canada, in March, during 1.7 snowfall days, 18mm (0.71") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in March in Courtenay?
In Courtenay, Canada, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Courtenay?
On the first day of March in Courtenay, Canada, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:03 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:50 pm PDT.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Courtenay?
On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.
How many hours of sunshine does Courtenay have in March?
In Courtenay, Canada, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.
How high is the UV index in March in Courtenay?
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Courtenay is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Courtenay, Canada
Average temperature in March
Courtenay, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: 7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (4.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 2.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.2°C).

Average pressure in March - Courtenay, Canada
Average pressure in March
Courtenay, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1014.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Courtenay, Canada
Average wind speed in March
Courtenay, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (10.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in March - Courtenay, Canada
Average humidity in March
Courtenay, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in March - Courtenay, Canada
Average rainfall in March
Courtenay, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (145mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (20mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Courtenay, Canada
Average rainfall days in March
Courtenay, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March - Courtenay, Canada
Average snowfall in March
Courtenay, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 18mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (71mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Courtenay, Canada
Average snowfall days in March
Courtenay, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March - Courtenay, Canada
Average sunshine days in March
Courtenay, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9 days).

Average UV index in March - Courtenay, Canada
Average UV index in March
Courtenay, Canada
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March - Courtenay, Canada
Average cloud cover in March
Courtenay, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (9km).

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