March weather forecast
Fredericton, Canada

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a wintry month in Fredericton, Canada, with an average temperature ranging between max 0.8°C (33.4°F) and min -7.3°C (18.9°F).

Temperature

Fredericton's transition into March sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from a freezing cold -3.5°C (25.7°F) in February to an icy 0.8°C (33.4°F). Fredericton, during March nights, observes an average temperature of -7.3°C (18.9°F).

Humidity

In Fredericton, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

Rainfall

In Fredericton, Canada, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.3 rainfall days, and 776mm (30.55") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fredericton, Canada, are January through May, October through December. In Fredericton, Canada, in March, snow falls for 16.2 days, with typically accumulated 166mm (6.54") of snow. In Fredericton, Canada, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.8 days and aggregates up to 1097mm (43.19") of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Fredericton is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:13 pm AST. On the last day of March, in Fredericton, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:54 pm ADT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AST to ADT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from ADT to AST.

Sunshine

In Fredericton, Canada, the average sunshine in March is 4.3h.

UV index

In Fredericton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Fredericton?
During March, Fredericton experiences an average high-temperature of 0.8°C (33.4°F) and a low-temperature of -7.3°C (18.9°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Fredericton?
In Fredericton, Canada, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.
How much does it rain in Fredericton in March?
In March, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout March, 59mm (2.32") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Fredericton in March?
In Fredericton, Canada, in March, snow falls for 16.2 days, with typically accumulated 166mm (6.54") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in March in Fredericton?
The average day length in March in Fredericton, Canada, is 11h and 57min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Fredericton?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:13 pm AST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:54 pm ADT.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Fredericton?
On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AST to ADT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.
How many hours of sunshine does Fredericton have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 4.3h.
How high is the UV index in March in Fredericton?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fredericton, Canada, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Fredericton, Canada
Average temperature in March
Fredericton, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: 0.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -7.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-12.3°C).

Average pressure in March - Fredericton, Canada
Average pressure in March
Fredericton, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Fredericton, Canada
Average wind speed in March
Fredericton, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8km/h).

Average humidity in March - Fredericton, Canada
Average humidity in March
Fredericton, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in March - Fredericton, Canada
Average rainfall in March
Fredericton, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 59mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (83mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (52mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Fredericton, Canada
Average rainfall days in March
Fredericton, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March - Fredericton, Canada
Average snowfall in March
Fredericton, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 166mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (309mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Fredericton, Canada
Average snowfall days in March
Fredericton, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March - Fredericton, Canada
Average sunshine days in March
Fredericton, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March - Fredericton, Canada
Average UV index in March
Fredericton, Canada
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March - Fredericton, Canada
Average cloud cover in March
Fredericton, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in March - Fredericton, Canada
Average visibility in March
Fredericton, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

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