March weather forecast
Iqaluit, Canada

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a polar cold month in Iqaluit, Canada, with an average temperature ranging between max -18.3°C (-0.9°F) and min -28.1°C (-18.6°F).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature increases from a dangerously cold -23.3°C (-9.9°F) in February to a polar cold -18.3°C (-0.9°F). In Iqaluit, in March, the average low-temperature is -28.1°C (-18.6°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 65.4%.

Rainfall

In Iqaluit, rain does not fall in January through March and December.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Iqaluit, Canada, during 12.7 snowfall days, 216mm (8.5") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Iqaluit, Canada, there are 113.4 snowfall days, and 2293mm (90.28") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

January through March, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Iqaluit.
Note: For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

Daylight

In Iqaluit, Canada, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of March in Iqaluit, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, 12. March 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 05. November 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Iqaluit is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 1 translate into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
[Resources]

FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Iqaluit?

In March, in Iqaluit, Canada, the average high-temperature is -18.3°C (-0.9°F), and the average low-temperature is -28.1°C (-18.6°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Iqaluit?

In March, the average relative humidity in Iqaluit is 65.4%.

What is the driest month in Iqaluit?

In Iqaluit, Canada, rain does not fall in January through March and December.

Does it rain in Iqaluit in March?

In Iqaluit, in March, it doesn't rain. In April, it rains.

How many days does it snow in March in Iqaluit?

In Iqaluit, Canada, during March, snow falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 216mm (8.5") of snow.

What months are the sea coldest in Iqaluit?

January through March, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Iqaluit, Canada.

What is the sea temperature in March in Iqaluit?

In Iqaluit, the average seawater temperature in March is -2°C (28.4°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the average length of the day in March in Iqaluit?

In March, the average day length in Iqaluit, Canada, is 11h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Iqaluit?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:52 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, 12. March 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Iqaluit, Canada, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends on Sunday, 05. November 2023, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Iqaluit?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Iqaluit?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Iqaluit is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in March
Iqaluit, Canada

Average temperature in March - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: -18.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (12.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-23.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -28.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-31.7°C).

[Resources]

Average humidity in March
Iqaluit, Canada

Average humidity in March - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 65.4%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78.1%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (64.6%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in March
Iqaluit, Canada

Average rainfall in March - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (68.6mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in March
Iqaluit, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, March and December (0 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in March
Iqaluit, Canada

Average snowfall in March - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 216mm

The month with the highest snowfall is April (315mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in March
Iqaluit, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

[Resources]

Average sea temperature in March
Iqaluit, Canada

Average sea temperature in March - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in March: -2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (-2°C).

[Resources]

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Iqaluit, Canada

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

[Resources]

Average UV index in March
Iqaluit, Canada

Average UV index in March - Iqaluit, Canada
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 0).

[Resources]

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location
* you will be automatically redirected to the weather forecast for your location