March weather forecast
Orangedale, Canada

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a subzero cold month in Orangedale, Canada, with an average temperature varying between -0.3°C (31.5°F) and -6.5°C (20.3°F).

Temperature

The introduction of March notes a subtle temperature variation to a still freezing cold -0.3°C (31.5°F) from February's -2.8°C (27°F). An average low-temperature of -6.5°C (20.3°F) is noted during the nights in March in Orangedale.

Humidity

In Orangedale, the average relative humidity in March is 90%.

Rainfall

In Orangedale, Canada, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 76mm (2.99") of accumulated precipitation. In Orangedale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.5 days and collects up to 988mm (38.9") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Orangedale, during March, snow falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 201mm (7.91") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 100.1 snowfall days, and 1159mm (45.63") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:51 pm AST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:32 pm ADT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AST to ADT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from ADT to AST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during March translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Orangedale in March?
Orangedale in March has an average high-temperature of -0.3°C (31.5°F) and an average low-temperature of -6.5°C (20.3°F).
What is the average humidity in March?
The average relative humidity in March is 90%.
How much does it rain in March?
In Orangedale, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 76mm (2.99") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in March?
In Orangedale, in March, during 17.3 snowfall days, 201mm (7.91") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in March?
In March, the average day length is 11h and 57min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Orangedale?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:51 pm AST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:32 pm ADT.
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 AST to ADT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.
How long on average sun shines in March?
In March, the average sunshine duration is 4h.
When is the lowest UV index?
January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in March?
In Orangedale, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average wind speed
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Orangedale, Canada
Average temperature in March
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: -0.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-2.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -6.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.3°C).

Average pressure in March - Orangedale, Canada
Average pressure in March
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1013.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Orangedale, Canada
Average wind speed in March
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 17.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12km/h).

Average humidity in March - Orangedale, Canada
Average humidity in March
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and July (82%).

Average rainfall in March - Orangedale, Canada
Average rainfall in March
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 76mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (106mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (55mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Orangedale, Canada
Average rainfall days in March
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

Average snowfall in March - Orangedale, Canada
Average snowfall in March
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 201mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (256mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Orangedale, Canada
Average snowfall days in March
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March - Orangedale, Canada
Average sunshine days in March
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (11.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.4 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March - Orangedale, Canada
Average cloud cover in March
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in March - Orangedale, Canada
Average visibility in March
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are September and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (7km).

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