March weather forecast
Grandes-Piles, Canada

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a freezing cold month in Grandes-Piles, Canada, with temperature in the range of an average high of -0.7°C (30.7°F) and an average low of -8.1°C (17.4°F).

Temperature

With the beginning of March, Grandes-Piles's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from a freezing cold -5.6°C (21.9°F) in February to a still subzero cold -0.7°C (30.7°F). Grandes-Piles observes an average nighttime temperature of -8.1°C (17.4°F) during March.

Humidity

In Grandes-Piles, the average relative humidity in March is 88%.

Rainfall

In March, in Grandes-Piles, Canada, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout March, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Grandes-Piles, there are 146.8 rainfall days, and 774mm (30.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Grandes-Piles, in March, during 12.8 snowfall days, 131mm (5.16") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Grandes-Piles, there are 73.8 snowfall days, and 1077mm (42.4") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Grandes-Piles, Canada, is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Grandes-Piles, Canada. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during March translates into the following guidance:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Grandes-Piles?
During March, Grandes-Piles experiences an average high-temperature of -0.7°C (30.7°F) and a low-temperature of -8.1°C (17.4°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Grandes-Piles?
The average relative humidity in March in Grandes-Piles, Canada, is 88%.
How many days does it rain in March in Grandes-Piles?
In Grandes-Piles, in March, during 9.9 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many days does it snow in March in Grandes-Piles?
In Grandes-Piles, Canada, during March, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 131mm (5.16") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Grandes-Piles have in March?
The average day length in March in Grandes-Piles, Canada, is 11h and 57min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Grandes-Piles?
On the first day of March in Grandes-Piles, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:19 pm EDT.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Grandes-Piles?
On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Grandes-Piles, Canada, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.
How long on average sun shines in March in Grandes-Piles?
In Grandes-Piles, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Grandes-Piles?
January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Grandes-Piles, Canada.
What is the UV index intensity in March in Grandes-Piles?
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Grandes-Piles, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: -0.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -8.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.6°C).

Average pressure in March
Grandes-Piles, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1017.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Grandes-Piles, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Grandes-Piles, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Grandes-Piles, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 54mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (80mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (50mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Grandes-Piles, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Grandes-Piles, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 131mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (273mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Grandes-Piles, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Grandes-Piles, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (11 days).

Average UV index in March
Grandes-Piles, Canada
  • Average UV index in March: 1

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

Average cloud cover in March
Grandes-Piles, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Grandes-Piles, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

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