March weather forecastKamloops, Canada
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Kamloops, Canada, with an average temperature ranging between max 1.5°C (34.7°F) and min -7.2°C (19°F).Temperature
The onset of March brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a freezing cold -3°C (26.6°F) in February to a wintry 1.5°C (34.7°F). March's nights observe an average temperature of -7.2°C (19°F).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Kamloops is 91%.Rainfall
In Kamloops, Canada, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kamloops, there are 152.8 rainfall days, and 408mm (16.06") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Kamloops are January through April, October through December. In Kamloops, during March, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52 snowfall days, and 355mm (13.98") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Kamloops, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:43 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:33 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.
Sunshine
In Kamloops, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Kamloops is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Average temperature in March
Kamloops, Canada
- Average high temperature in March: 1.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-4.2°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -7.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-11.6°C).
Average pressure in March
Kamloops, Canada
- Average pressure in March: 1016mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1020.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.7mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Kamloops, Canada
- Average wind speed in March: 9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7km/h).
Average humidity in March
Kamloops, Canada
- Average humidity in March: 91%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).
Average rainfall in March
Kamloops, Canada
- Average rainfall in March: 17mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (14mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Kamloops, Canada
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Kamloops, Canada
- Average snowfall in March: 43mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (95mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Kamloops, Canada
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kamloops, Canada
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Kamloops, Canada
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (5.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Kamloops, Canada
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Kamloops, Canada
- Average cloud cover in March: 67
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Kamloops, 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 (4km).
