March weather forecast
Medicine Hat, Canada

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Medicine Hat, is an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 3.8°C (38.8°F) and -4.3°C (24.3°F).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Medicine Hat's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from February's subzero cold -3.6°C (25.5°F) to an icy 3.8°C (38.8°F). In Medicine Hat, the expected average low-temperature for March is a freezing cold -4.3°C (24.3°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Medicine Hat, Canada, during March, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. In Medicine Hat, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.4 days and collects up to 249mm (9.8") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Medicine Hat, during March, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of snow. In Medicine Hat, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.5 days and aggregates up to 538mm (21.18") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:53 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In Medicine Hat, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?
Medicine Hat in March has an average high-temperature of 3.8°C (38.8°F) and an average low-temperature of -4.3°C (24.3°F).
What is the average humidity in March?
The average relative humidity in March is 75%.
How many days does it rain in March?
In Medicine Hat, in March, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 15mm (0.59") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in March?
In March, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 68mm (2.68") of snow is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in March?
In Medicine Hat, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:05 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:53 pm MDT.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.
How many hours of sunshine does Medicine Hat have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.
What is the UV index intensity in March?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average visibility
Average temperature in March
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: 3.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (26.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and December (-3.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -4.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 16.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in March
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (45%).

Average rainfall in March
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (46mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (12mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 68mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (100mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Medicine Hat, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in March
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (9km).

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