March weather forecast
Fort Simpson, Canada

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a freezing cold month in Fort Simpson, Canada, with temperature in the range of an average low of -17.5°C (0.5°F) and an average high of -8.9°C (16°F).

Temperature

As Fort Simpson welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a frigid cold -14.2°C (6.4°F) in February to a subzero cold -8.9°C (16°F). Fort Simpson experiences a nighttime temperature average of -17.5°C (0.5°F) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 95%.

Rainfall

In Fort Simpson, in March, during 2.8 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Simpson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 64.3 days and collects up to 202mm (7.95") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Fort Simpson. In March, in Fort Simpson, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout March, 55mm (2.17") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 75.9 snowfall days, and 452mm (17.8") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Fort Simpson, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:30 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Fort Simpson, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:51 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 is 3.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Fort Simpson. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fort Simpson in March?

During March, Fort Simpson experiences an average high-temperature of -8.9°C (16°F) and a low-temperature of -17.5°C (0.5°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Fort Simpson?

In Fort Simpson, the average relative humidity in March is 95%.

How much does it rain in Fort Simpson in March?

In March, in Fort Simpson, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fort Simpson in March?

In Fort Simpson, Canada, in March, during 13 snowfall days, 55mm (2.17") of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Simpson have in March?

In Fort Simpson, the average day length in March is 11h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Fort Simpson?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:30 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Fort Simpson, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:51 pm MDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Fort Simpson?

The average sunshine duration in March in Fort Simpson, Canada, is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fort Simpson?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Fort Simpson.

What is the UV index reading in March in Fort Simpson?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort Simpson is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average temperature in March - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: -8.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-17.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -17.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-24.8°C).

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Average pressure in March
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average pressure in March - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1019.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1010mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average wind speed in March - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.5km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average humidity in March - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 95%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (53%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average rainfall in March - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (37mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (4mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average snowfall in March - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 55mm

The month with the highest snowfall is April (102mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fort Simpson, Canada

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average UV index in March - Fort Simpson, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 72

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Fort Simpson, Canada

Average visibility in March - Fort Simpson, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 4km

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4km).

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