March weather forecast
New Westminster, Canada

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in New Westminster, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 6.8°C (44.2°F) and min 1.8°C (35.2°F).

Temperature

March's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a frosty 6.8°C (44.2°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. New Westminster's March nights experience a subtle temperature dip to an average of 1.8°C (35.2°F).

Humidity

In New Westminster, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In New Westminster, in March, during 21.4 rainfall days, 178mm (7.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New Westminster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.9 days and collects up to 1584mm (62.36") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In New Westminster, during March, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of snow. In New Westminster, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.7 days and aggregates up to 366mm (14.41") of snow.

Daylight

In New Westminster, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March in New Westminster, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:55 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:42 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 March, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in New Westminster is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in New Westminster in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 6.8°C (44.2°F) and a low-temperature of 1.8°C (35.2°F).

What is the average humidity in March in New Westminster?

In March, the average relative humidity in New Westminster, Canada, is 85%.

How much does it rain in New Westminster in March?

In March, the rain falls for 21.4 days. Throughout March, 178mm (7.01") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in New Westminster?

In New Westminster, Canada, during March, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does New Westminster have in March?

In New Westminster, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in New Westminster?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:55 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in New Westminster, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:42 pm PDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does New Westminster have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in New Westminster?

In New Westminster, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
New Westminster, Canada

Average temperature in March - New Westminster, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: 6.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (20.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (3.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 1.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-0.2°C).

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Average pressure in March
New Westminster, Canada

Average pressure in March - New Westminster, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
New Westminster, Canada

Average wind speed in March - New Westminster, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and November (8.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7km/h).

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Average humidity in March
New Westminster, Canada

Average humidity in March - New Westminster, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
New Westminster, Canada

Average rainfall in March - New Westminster, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 178mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (247mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (33mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
New Westminster, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - New Westminster, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 21.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (10.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
New Westminster, Canada

Average snowfall in March - New Westminster, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 56mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (111mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
New Westminster, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - New Westminster, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
New Westminster, Canada

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
New Westminster, Canada

Average sunshine days in March - New Westminster, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
New Westminster, Canada

Average UV index in March - New Westminster, Canada
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
New Westminster, Canada

Average cloud cover in March - New Westminster, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
New Westminster, Canada

Average visibility in March - New Westminster, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (8km).

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