March weather forecast
Kingston, Canada

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Weather in March

The onset of March signals the arrival of spring in Kingston. The weather conditions undergo a significant shift from the previous month's wintry environment. With an average snowfall of 84mm (3.31"), it denotes a substantial decrease as compared to February. The city witnesses an increase in daylight hours which brings warmer days and adds vitality to the surroundings. As April approaches, the urge to pack away winter jackets grows stronger as temperatures continue to climb.

Temperature

Kingston, Canada, in March denotes a subtle temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a freezing cold -2.3°C (27.9°F) in February to a wintry 2.1°C (35.8°F). During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of -3.3°C (26.1°F) is observed.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Kingston, Canada, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Kingston, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.3 rainfall days, and 830mm (32.68") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Kingston. In Kingston, in March, during 12 snowfall days, 84mm (3.31") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kingston, there are 67.5 snowfall days, and 649mm (25.55") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

March is the month with the coldest seawater in Kingston, with an average sea temperature of 2°C (35.6°F).
Note: When swimming, this condition is immediately life-threatening. Loss of control over breathing occurs instantly, impairing clear thought. It is vital to wear a specialized swimsuit to prevent thermal loss.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Kingston, Canada, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:32 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 5.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Kingston?

In Kingston, 2.1°C (35.8°F) is the average high-temperature and -3.3°C (26.1°F) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Kingston?

In March, the average relative humidity in Kingston, Canada, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Kingston?

In Kingston, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 60mm (2.36") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Kingston?

In Kingston, in March, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 84mm (3.31") of snow.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in Kingston?

With an average sea temperature of 2°C (35.6°F), March is the month with the coldest seawater.

What is the sea temperature in March in Kingston?

In March, the average sea temperature in Kingston is 2°C (35.6°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

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

In Kingston, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Kingston?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Kingston, Canada, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:32 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 Kingston?

In Kingston, Canada, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Kingston?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Kingston, Canada, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Kingston, Canada

Average temperature in March - Kingston, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: 2.1°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 (-3.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -3.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.4°C).

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Average pressure in March
Kingston, Canada

Average pressure in March - Kingston, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1018mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Kingston, Canada

Average wind speed in March - Kingston, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 17.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Kingston, Canada

Average humidity in March - Kingston, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August, September and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Kingston, Canada

Average rainfall in March - Kingston, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (92mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (53mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Kingston, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - Kingston, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Kingston, Canada

Average snowfall in March - Kingston, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 84mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (164mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Kingston, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - Kingston, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Kingston, Canada

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

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (2°C).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Kingston, Canada
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Kingston, Canada

Average sunshine days in March - Kingston, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Kingston, Canada

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Kingston, Canada

Average cloud cover in March - Kingston, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Kingston, Canada

Average visibility in March - Kingston, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (8km).

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