March weather forecast
Markham, Canada

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Weather in March

In March, Markham starts to see indications of spring as temperatures begin to rise and snowfall decreases. The rise in temperature happens gradually, not enough to bring about a major change from the winter months but certainly a respite from the colder days of January and February. Snowfall is notably less, changing into rainfall of 36mm (1.42") on average. A significant decrease in snow days from 7.3 as compared to February’s 11.4 signifies this transition. Generally, it's a transition phase in Markham's weather, moving from colder to slightly warmer days.

Temperature

As Markham, Canada, welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a subzero cold -2.3°C (27.9°F) in February to a wintry 2.8°C (37°F). Markham records an average low-temperature of -3.4°C (25.9°F) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Markham, Canada, is 79%.

Rainfall

In Markham, Canada, during March, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. In Markham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.1 days and collects up to 653mm (25.71") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 43mm (1.69") of snow is accumulated. In Markham, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.3 days and aggregates up to 415mm (16.34") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Markham, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Markham in March?

During March, Markham experiences an average high-temperature of 2.8°C (37°F) and a low-temperature of -3.4°C (25.9°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Markham?

The average relative humidity in March in Markham, Canada, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Markham in March?

In Markham, Canada, in March, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 36mm (1.42") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Markham?

In Markham, Canada, in March, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 43mm (1.69") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Markham have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Markham?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Markham, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Markham, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Markham have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Markham is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Markham?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Markham, Canada

Average temperature in March - Markham, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: 2.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -3.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.8°C).

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Average pressure in March
Markham, Canada

Average pressure in March - Markham, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1018.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Markham, Canada

Average wind speed in March - Markham, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 16.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.8km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Markham, Canada

Average humidity in March - Markham, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Markham, Canada

Average rainfall in March - Markham, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (30mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Markham, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - Markham, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Markham, Canada

Average snowfall in March - Markham, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 43mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (118mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Markham, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - Markham, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Markham, Canada

Average sunshine days in March - Markham, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Markham, Canada

Average UV index in March - Markham, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Markham, Canada

Average cloud cover in March - Markham, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Markham, Canada

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

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

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