March weather forecastFort McMurray, Canada
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Fort McMurray, is a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of -3.7°C (25.3°F) and an average low of -12.3°C (9.9°F).Temperature
Fort McMurray's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of March, moving from a frigid cold -10.2°C (13.6°F) in February to a freezing cold -3.7°C (25.3°F). An average low-temperature of -12.3°C (9.9°F) is common during the nights of March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Fort McMurray is 93%.Rainfall
In March, in Fort McMurray, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort McMurray, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.2 days and collects up to 314mm (12.36") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Fort McMurray. The months with the most snowfall in Fort McMurray are March and April, with an average 115mm (4.53") of accumulated snow.Daylight
In Fort McMurray, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 54min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 8:03 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
The average sunshine in March in Fort McMurray is 3.2h.UV index
January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Fort McMurray. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in March transforms into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average high temperature in March: -3.7°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 (-11.6°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -12.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-19.6°C).
Average pressure in March
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average pressure in March: 1018.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1009.8mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average wind speed in March: 10.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.5km/h).
Average humidity in March
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average humidity in March: 93%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (55%).
Average rainfall in March
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average rainfall in March: 17mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (59mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (11mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average rainfall days in March: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average snowfall in March: 115mm
The months with the highest snowfall are March and April (115mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average snowfall days in March: 19.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 3h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average sunshine days in March: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11 days).
Average UV index in March
Fort McMurray, 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, October and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average cloud cover in March: 75
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in March
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average visibility in March: 6km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5km).
