March weather forecast
Fort MacLeod, Canada

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fort MacLeod, is a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 4.4°C (39.9°F) and -3.8°C (25.2°F).

Temperature

The shift into March is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a freezing cold -1.6°C (29.1°F) in February to a wintry 4.4°C (39.9°F). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a subzero cold -3.8°C (25.2°F) during March.

Humidity

In Fort MacLeod, Canada, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Fort MacLeod, during March, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation. In Fort MacLeod, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.3 days and collects up to 280mm (11.02") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fort MacLeod are January through June, September through December. In Fort MacLeod, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 70mm (2.76") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 51.2 snowfall days, and 529mm (20.83") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Fort MacLeod, Canada, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:16 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 8:04 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 Fort MacLeod, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Fort MacLeod, Canada. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Fort MacLeod?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fort MacLeod during March are 4.4°C (39.9°F) and -3.8°C (25.2°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Fort MacLeod?

In March, the average relative humidity in Fort MacLeod is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Fort MacLeod?

In Fort MacLeod, during March, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Fort MacLeod?

In Fort MacLeod, Canada, in March, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 70mm (2.76") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Fort MacLeod?

In Fort MacLeod, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Fort MacLeod?

On the first day of March in Fort MacLeod, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:16 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 8:04 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Fort MacLeod, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort MacLeod have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Fort MacLeod, Canada, is 7.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Fort MacLeod?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Fort MacLeod?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Fort MacLeod is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fort MacLeod, Canada

Average temperature in March - Fort MacLeod, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: 4.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-2.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -3.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-9.2°C).

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Average pressure in March
Fort MacLeod, Canada

Average pressure in March - Fort MacLeod, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1011mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Fort MacLeod, Canada

Average wind speed in March - Fort MacLeod, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 16.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.3km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Fort MacLeod, Canada

Average humidity in March - Fort MacLeod, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fort MacLeod, Canada

Average rainfall in March - Fort MacLeod, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (7mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Fort MacLeod, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - Fort MacLeod, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fort MacLeod, Canada

Average snowfall in March - Fort MacLeod, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 70mm

The month with the highest snowfall is April (91mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Fort MacLeod, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - Fort MacLeod, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.2 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
Fort MacLeod, Canada

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fort MacLeod, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fort MacLeod, Canada

Average sunshine days in March - Fort MacLeod, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fort MacLeod, Canada

Average UV index in March - Fort MacLeod, Canada
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Fort MacLeod, Canada

Average cloud cover in March - Fort MacLeod, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in March
Fort MacLeod, Canada

Average visibility in March - Fort MacLeod, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

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

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