March weather forecast
Kugluktuk, Canada

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Kugluktuk, is still a life-threatening cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -29.8°C (-21.6°F) and an average high of -20.7°C (-5.3°F).

Temperature

With March's advent, Kugluktuk sees an average high-temperature of a still life-threatening cold -20.7°C (-5.3°F), subtly shifted from February's -23.4°C (-10.1°F). An average nighttime temperature of -29.8°C (-21.6°F) is observed in Kugluktuk during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Kugluktuk, Canada, is 77.5%.

Rainfall

In Kugluktuk, rain does not fall in February, March, November and December.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Kugluktuk, in March, during 11.6 snowfall days, 194mm (7.64") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 93.7 snowfall days, and 1821mm (71.69") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater in Kugluktuk are January through April and December, with an average sea temperature of -0.3°C (31.5°F).
Note: In the water-based sport of swimming, this state is life-threatening and exceedingly dangerous. The freezing water causes severe discomfort, leading to rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to avert thermal damage.

Daylight

In Kugluktuk, Canada, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of March in Kugluktuk, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:50 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:38 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In Kugluktuk, the average sunshine in March is 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Kugluktuk is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during March leads to these instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Kugluktuk?
An average high-temperature, in March, in Kugluktuk, is -20.7°C (-5.3°F) and the average low-temperature is -29.8°C (-21.6°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Kugluktuk?
In March, the average relative humidity in Kugluktuk is 77.5%.
What is the driest month in Kugluktuk?
February, March, November and December are months without rainfall.
Does it rain in Kugluktuk in March?
In Kugluktuk, Canada, in March, it doesn't rain. In April, it rains.
How much does it snow in Kugluktuk in March?
In March, in Kugluktuk, Canada, it is snowing for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 194mm (7.64") of snow is accumulated.
What are the months with the coldest sea water in Kugluktuk?
The months with the coldest seawater in Kugluktuk are January through April and December, with an average sea temperature of -0.3°C (31.5°F).
What is the sea temperature in March in Kugluktuk?
In March, the average sea temperature in Kugluktuk is -0.3°C (31.5°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.
How many hours of daylight does Kugluktuk have in March?
In March, the average day length in Kugluktuk is 11h and 49min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Kugluktuk?
On the first day of March in Kugluktuk, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:50 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:38 pm MDT.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Kugluktuk?
On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Kugluktuk, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.
How long on average sun shines in March in Kugluktuk?
In March, the average sunshine duration in Kugluktuk is 5.2h.
What is the UV index reading in March in Kugluktuk?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Kugluktuk is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in March - Kugluktuk, Canada
Average temperature in March
Kugluktuk, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: -20.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (15.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-23.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -29.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-32°C).

Average humidity in March - Kugluktuk, Canada
Average humidity in March
Kugluktuk, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 77.5%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (84.7%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (64.8%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (44.9mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, March, November and December (0mm).

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February, March, November and December (0 days).

Average snowfall in March - Kugluktuk, Canada
Average snowfall in March
Kugluktuk, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 194mm

The month with the highest snowfall is October (350mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Kugluktuk, Canada
Average snowfall days in March
Kugluktuk, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is October (14.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

Average sea temperature in March - Kugluktuk, Canada
Average sea temperature in March
Kugluktuk, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in March: -0.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (4.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April and December (-0.3°C).

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

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 0min).

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

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

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